Air Fryer Honey Garlic Salmon Bites
This quick and easy recipe for healthy Air Fryer Honey Garlic Salmon Bites offers succulent, bite-sized pieces of salmon coated in a sweet and garlicky sauce, cooked to perfection in your air fryer or Ninja Foodi in under 15 minutes!
I’ve got a little obsession with these air fryer honey garlic salmon bites, they’re just too good! Tender chunks of salmon, perfectly seasoned, and air-fried to golden brown perfection with a crispy outside that’s totally irresistible.
The best part? The air fryer (or Ninja Foodi) does all the work, circulating hot air around each bite to give you that perfect taste and texture in 15 minutes or less. These salmon bites have quickly become a favorite in my kitchen and for meal prep, and I’m pretty sure they’ll be a hit in yours too!
🐟Honey Garlic Salmon – A Perfect Pairing
The combination of honey and garlic brings a sweet and savory flavor that complements the natural richness of the salmon. This duo, along with soy sauce and a hint of black pepper, creates a glaze that caramelizes beautifully in the air fryer. These salmon bites have quickly become a favorite in my kitchen and for meal prep, and I’m pretty sure they’ll be a hit in yours too!
🍴Grab These Before You Make It!
- Air Fryer Parchment Paper Liners
- Soy Sauce or Coconut Aminos
- Simple Meat Thermometer
- Unfiltered Honey
🧄Ingredients You’ll Need
- Salmon – The main ingredient, providing omega-3 fatty acids, protein, and a perfect canvas for the honey garlic glaze. You’ll need a skinless filet cut into one-inch pieces.
- Honey and Garlic: These work together to create a sticky, sweet, and aromatic coating that enhances the salmon’s flavor.
- Soy Sauce: Adds depth and a salty umami flavor, balancing the sweetness of the honey.
- Olive Oil: Helps in binding the sauce to the salmon and ensures the bites crisp up nicely in the air fryer.
📖How To Make Honey Garlic Salmon Bites In The Air Fryer
1️⃣Preheat the Air Fryer: Warm your air fryer or Ninja Foodi to 400°F (200°C) for 3-5 minutes.
2️⃣Season the salmon: In a large bowl, whisk together the honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, and olive oil. Cut the salmon into 1-inch pieces and toss them in the bowl with the honey garlic glaze until evenly coated.
3️⃣Arrange in the Air Fryer Basket: Place the glazed salmon bites in a single layer in the air fryer basket or Ninja Foodi tray. Make sure they’re in a single layer and not too crowded to allow for even cooking.
4️⃣Air fry the Salmon Bites: Air fry for about 10-12 minutes at 400°F (200°C), or until the salmon is cooked through and the glaze has caramelized. The cooking time may vary based on your air fryer model and the size of the salmon pieces.
5️⃣Serve and Enjoy: Carefully remove the salmon bites from the air fryer with tongs. They’re ready to be enjoyed as a savory appetizer or as part of a main course.
👩🏻🍳Chef Val’s Tips for Perfect Crispy Air Fryer Honey Garlic Salmon Bites
- Use Fresh, High-Quality Salmon: Fresh, wild-caught salmon has the best flavor and texture. If using frozen salmon, make sure it’s fully thawed and patted dry before cutting into bites.
- Cut Salmon Evenly: For even cooking, cut the salmon into uniform bite-sized pieces. This ensures that all the bites cook at the same rate and turn out tender inside with a crispy outside.
- Marinate for Flavor: Let the salmon bites marinate in the honey garlic sauce for at least 15-20 minutes. This helps the flavors penetrate the salmon, making each bite more delicious.
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Always preheat your air fryer for a few minutes before adding the salmon bites. This helps achieve that crispy outside without overcooking the inside.
- Don’t Overcrowd the Basket: Arrange the salmon bites in a single layer in the air fryer basket, leaving a little space between each piece. This allows the hot air to circulate evenly, ensuring crispy results.
- Flip Halfway Through: For even browning, flip the salmon bites halfway through the cooking time. This helps both sides get that perfect golden-brown crust.
- Use Silicone or Parchment Liner: Since there is honey in this recipe, the salmon can stick to the bottom. To keep from sticking and to make for easy cleanup. Use a air fryer parchment liner or silicone liner.
- Add a Spicy Kick: If you like a little heat, add some crushed red pepper flakes or a dash of sriracha to the honey garlic marinade for a spicy twist.
👩🍳Serving and Meal Prep Suggestions
- Rice Bowls: Serve the honey garlic salmon over a bed of rice or quinoa, garnished with sesame seeds and sliced green onions.
- Salad Toppers: Add them to your favorite greens for a protein-packed, flavorful salad.
- Wrap Fillers: Incorporate the salmon bites into wraps with fresh vegetables and a drizzle of extra honey garlic sauce for moisture and flavor.
😋Quick and Easy Air Fryer Salmon Recipes
- Air Fryer Blackened Salmon Bites
- Air Fryer Frozen Salmon
- Air Fryer Salmon Patties
- Air Fryer Frozen Salmon Burgers
Air Fryer Honey Garlic Salmon Bites
Equipment
- Air Fryer or Ninja Foodi
Ingredients
- 1 lb salmon fillet skin removed, cut into 1-inch cubes
Honey Garlic Marinade
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Start by preheating your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3-5 minutes.
- Create the honey garlic glaze by mixing honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and olive oil in a bowl.
- Cut the salmon into cubes and coat evenly with the glaze.
- Arrange the salmon bites in the air fryer basket, ensuring they don’t overlap.
- Cook for 10-12 minutes, until the salmon is cooked through and the glaze has caramelized.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
