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Crispy Air Fryer Salmon Bites Recipe

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This Crispy Air Fryer Salmon Bites recipe offers perfectly cooked salmon chunks with a flavorful Parmesan, garlic, and paprika coating. They are crispy on the outside and tender inside, making a delicious appetizer, snack, or main course that cooks quickly and easily using an air fryer.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

For the crispy air fryer salmon bites:

  • 1 lb. Salmon Fillet, cut into large chunks (skin on)
  • 4 Garlic Cloves, minced
  • Zest from Half Lemon
  • ⅓ cup Parmesan Cheese, freshly shredded
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 tsp Paprika
  • ½ tsp Italian Seasoning
  • ½ tsp Salt
  • ¼ tsp Black Pepper
  • Cooking Spray

For serving:

  • Lemon Wedges
  • Parsley, minced

Instructions

  1. Prep the salmon: Pat the salmon fillet very dry with paper towels. Using a sharp chef knife, cut the salmon into large chunks, leaving the skin on to help crisp during cooking. Set aside while preparing the seasoning mixture.
  2. Make the seasoning mix: In a large mixing bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, freshly shredded Parmesan cheese, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and lemon zest. Whisk these ingredients together until fully blended into a thick seasoning paste.
  3. Coat the salmon: Add the salmon chunks to the bowl and rub the mixture thoroughly all over the salmon pieces, massaging the oil and seasoning into the flesh and skin for maximum flavor and crispiness.
  4. Preheat air fryer: Let the salmon sit at room temperature for a few minutes while preheating the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3-4 minutes. This step ensures even cooking and helps achieve crispy skin.
  5. Prepare air fryer basket: Lightly grease the air fryer basket with cooking spray to prevent sticking. Arrange the salmon chunks skin side down in the basket, making sure to leave space between pieces for proper air circulation. If needed, cook in batches.
  6. Air fry the salmon bites: Cook the salmon bites at 400°F for 7-9 minutes until the salmon is crispy on the outside and flaky inside. Use a fish spatula or tongs to carefully remove the salmon from the basket to avoid breaking the delicate crust and skin.
  7. Repeat if necessary: If cooking in batches, repeat the greasing, arranging, and cooking process until all salmon bites are done.
  8. Serve: Garnish the salmon bites with freshly minced parsley and lemon wedges. Serve immediately with your favorite sides or enjoy them as a standalone snack or appetizer.

Notes

  • Patting the salmon dry before seasoning ensures the coating sticks and crisps well.
  • Keeping the skin on helps create a deliciously crispy texture in the air fryer.
  • Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket; cook in batches if necessary to allow hot air circulation.
  • Leaving the salmon at room temperature before cooking promotes even heat distribution and prevents undercooked centers.
  • Use a fish spatula to handle cooked salmon gently and preserve the crispy skin.
  • Author: ELLA
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer, Lunch, Main Course, Snack
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://ellarecipe.com/crispy-air-fryer-salmon-bites-recipe-2/