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Air Fryer Salmon Bites

10 Minute Air Fryer Salmon Bites Offer Healthy Meals for Busy Nights


  • Author: Matt Granger
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Pescatarian

Description

These 10 Minute Air Fryer Salmon Bites deliver crispy, golden coating and tender flaky fish in under ten minutes, perfect for busy families. Paired with a tangy bang bang sauce made from mayo, sweet chili and sriracha, the bite‑size pieces are ideal for quick weeknight dinners, snacks, or meal‑prep bowls. Simple ingredients, minimal cleanup, and the health benefits of omega‑rich salmon make this recipe a go‑to for easy, nutritious meals anyone will love. Ideal for lunch, dinner, or a quick snack


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb salmon, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Cooking spray or oil for air frying
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tbsp sriracha

Instructions

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 3 minutes.
  2. In a bowl combine breadcrumbs, flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt and pepper; set beaten egg in a shallow dish.
  3. Toss salmon bite‑size pieces in the egg, then coat them in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently.
  4. Lightly spray the air‑fryer basket and arrange the coated bites in a single layer without crowding.
  5. Air‑fry for 8‑10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway, until golden and the salmon flakes easily.
  6. While the salmon cooks, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce and sriracha to make the bang‑bang sauce.
  7. Serve the hot salmon bites with the sauce for dipping or drizzling.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Air Fryer
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 servings
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

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