Air fryer Salmon bites

Air fryer Crispy Salmon bites recipe.

Salmon is one of our favorite fish recipes to make in the air fryer. We love how quick and easy it is to put a healthy and restaurant quality meal together without all the hassle.

This air fryer salmon bites recipe is one that’s sure to please and also be a great addition to your air fryer recipes for college kids because it’s an absolutely beginner friendly recipe.

These air fryer salmon nuggets with no breading are

Quick and easy: ready in less than 20 mins from start to finish and is totally a beginner friendly air fryer recipe.

Family friendly and picky eater approved: Yes! I can attest to that personally these air fryer salmon bites and frozen french fries are some of my kids favorite recipes to make in the air fryer

Healthy: Did you know Salmon is one of the healthiest fish? Packed with omega 3 fatty acids and other vitamins and minerals. It’s a very nutritious addition to your meals

Low carb: This air fryer salmon bites recipe has no breading which definitely cuts the carbs down and helps it fit nicely into the low carb category. It’s also keto friendly.

Ingredients (with Substitutions)

• Boneless Skinless Salmon fillets
• Paprika
• Garlic powder
• Olive oil
• Salt
• Red Pepper flakes
• Black pepper
• Dry parsley

You can substitute the other ingredients with an all purpose fish seasoning like old bay or Cajun. You can also use your favorite fish seasoning homemade or store bought.

How long to cook Salmon bites in air fryer

Salmon bites take around 8 to 10 mins to cook in a non preheated air fryer at 380°F / 190°C We like our salmon crispy so we cook it for additional 2 to 5 minutes. If you cook at 400°F / 200°C it will cook in less time usually 6 to 8 mins.

When cooking salmon in the air fryer, the best way to know it’s done is that the color will become paler than when it was raw and it flakes easily when pressed with a fork or a knife.

You could also use a meat thermometer to check when salmon is done. It will read 145°F / 63°C when it’s cooked.

How to make salmon bites in air fryer

This is an overview of the recipe with step by step photos. Scroll down to the end of this post for a printable recipe card with the amount of ingredients and full recipe instructions.

Step 1: Cut salmon Salmon fillets into 2 inch cubes, season with seasoning mix and oil.

Step 2: Toss to coat, ensure it’s evenly coated. Then transfer to an air fryer basket or tray. Arrange in a single layer.

Step 3: Set temperature to 380°F and cook for 8 to 10 mins add more time in 2 minutes increments if you want it crispy.

Step 4: Serve with your favorite side dish.

What to serve with Salmon

Salmon is a healthy dish that goes with a lot of other dishes from veggies to potatoes to rice. Rice side dishes are very popular with salmon. Here are some of our favorites.

Vegetables: Air fryer Smothered Green beans, Air fryer green beans and bacon, air fryer vegetables, air fryer mini carrots, air fryer rainbow carrots.

Potatoes: Air fryer rainbow potatoes, air fryer potatoes slices, air fryer potatoes and onions, Air fryer potato recipes.

Rice side dishes for Salmon

Rice is a great side dish for salmon and our favorites are air fryer ham fried rice and air fryer copycat Panda Express fried rice

How to store and reheat

Salmon bites store very well and taste just like the day it was made when reheated in the air fryer. This means it makes for a great addition to your air fryer meal prep recipes.

To store, let salmon bites cool completely before storing in an air tight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

How to reheat

Place salmon bites in the air fryer and cook at 350°F / 180°C for up to 5 mins or until warmed through.

Air frying Tips

• No need to preheat the air fryer.
• You can use parchment to prevent it from sticking or you brush the air fryer basket lightly with oil.
• Cold salmon is easier to cut as it is less slippery. Putting the salmon in the freezer for a few minutes will make easier to cut.
• Cut the salmon bites into equal sizes about 2 inches Thor will ensure it cooked evenly.
• Do not overcrowd the basket, cook in batches if needed

FAQs

Here you’ll find answers to common questions about this recipe. If your question isn’t answered, please leave us a comment below and we’ll gladly answer them.

How to cut a salmon fillet into cubes

Put Fresh Salmon fillets in the freezer for 5 to 10 mins to firm it up. When it’s ready, Place cold Salmon fillets on a clean chopping board, cut each fillet into 2 or 3 lengthwise (this will depend on how wide each fillet is) then rotate and cut vertically into 3 to 4 cubes) your goal is to get 2 inch cubes.

Are Salmon bites the same as Salmon nuggets?

Salmon bites and nuggets are almost the same. All Salmon nuggets are Salmon bites but not all salmon bites are nuggets. Hold on let me explain.

Nuggets are usually dipped in batter and sometimes breaded then fried like these air fryer chicken nuggets. Salmon bites could be plain like the recipe shared today but salmon nuggets are battered / breaded salmon bites.

How long to cook Salmon at 350°F?

I prefer to cook salmon between 380°F / 190°C to 400°F / 200°C in the air fryer. I found that’s it’s my happy place. 380°F for salmon bites and 400°F for Air fryer Salmon fillets.

Cooking at 350°F / 180°C in a non preheated air fryer will take up to 18 mins. As always use a meat thermometer and it should read 145°F / 63°C

Can you cook salmon bites from frozen in the air fryer?

Yes you can cook salmon bites from frozen in the air fryer you will need to add 3 to 5 mins to the cooking time stated in this recipe. If the bites are stuck together you need to separate by running under tap water then pat dry, add oil and seasoning then air fry. Remember to shake basket at least halfway through to ensure even cooking.