The exact cook time can vary. Read below for our tips!
For a fishy snack, appetizer, or dinner that is easy to make, air fryer salmon bites are a great option.
Made with fresh salmon and a very simple marinade using common ingredients, these bites are lightly crispy on the outside, juicy and flaky on the inside, and wonderfully dippable for a fun eating experience!
Ingredients
To make these easy salmon bites, here are the ingredients that you will need – there aren’t too many:
- Salmon – Good quality, thick salmon fillets. If using skin-on fillets, remove the skin before cooking.
- Salt – To enhance the flavor.
- Ground coriander – For extra flavor.
- Olive oil – For the marinade. Alternatively, you can use avocado oil, canola oil, or sunflower oil.
- Maple syrup – To add a touch of sweetness.
- Soy sauce – To add depth of flavor and a slight saltiness.
- Sesame seeds – For garnish (optional).
Recipe Tips
Here are some helpful tips for you before you make these salmon bites in the air fryer:
- You can use fresh farmed or wild salmon fillets for this recipe. If you use wild salmon, the cooking time may be slightly shorter because it typically contains less fat than farmed salmon.
- Use thick salmon fillets that can be cut into cubes. The thickness of the salmon fillets will affect the cooking time.
- Cut the salmon into evenly sized cubes so that they will be done cooking at the same time.
- If the soy sauce you are using is very salty, you may want to reduce the amount of extra salt you add to the marinade.
- For best results, let the salmon pieces sit in the marinade for a few minutes before cooking.
- Don’t overcook the salmon as this will dry it out, but make sure that it is cooked through. The FDA recommends an internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit. Some people use 125 degrees Fahrenheit as a guideline. If you have any questions, you can refer to the official FDA guidelines.
Step by Step Instructions
If you want to see all the recipe process photos for how to make air fried salmon bites, this is the section for you. This way you can follow along at home and air fry with confidence.
As always, the recipe card with all the details is located at the bottom of this post!
Combine the maple syrup, olive oil, soy sauce, salt, and coriander in a bowl.
Remove the skin from the salmon if applicable. Then cut the salmon fillets into 1-inch-sized cubes. Place them in a bowl.
Add the marinade and mix. For best flavor at the end, cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 5-10 minutes to allow the salmon pieces to marinate.
Preheat the air fryer to 360 degrees Fahrenheit (about 5 minutes or until the air fryer indicates that it is preheated).
Then transfer the salmon pieces to the air fryer basket in a single layer. There should be no overlap, otherwise, they may not cook evenly.
Air fry the salmon bites at 360 degrees Fahrenheit for 7 minutes, then flip and air fry for another 3-5 minutes or until the salmon bites are fully cooked and flaky.
The exact cooking time can vary depending on your air fryer and the thickness of the salmon.
Don’t overcook the salmon as this can dry it out.
When the salmon bites are done, place them in a serving dish and sprinkle with sesame seeds and/or green onions (optional).
You can also serve them with soy sauce or a thick and sweet teriyaki sauce. Enjoy!
Storage Tips
Once you air fry salmon bites, any leftovers should be stored in a sealed container and placed in the fridge.
Properly stored, they will keep for 3-4 days, but we recommend eating the leftovers sooner rather than later.
To reheat these salmon bites, you can use the air fryer. If your air fryer has a reheat setting, you can use that.
If you do not have one, set your air fryer to 280 degrees Fahrenheit and heat the salmon bites for a few minutes until heated through.
If you want them to be slightly crispy, you can also use a higher temperature, such as 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Just don’t dry out the salmon too much.
FAQ
Here are some answers to questions about making salmon bites!
To make salmon bites in the air fryer, cut the fresh salmon into 1-inch cubes and prepare the marinade. Let the cubes sit in the marinade in the fridge for a few minutes, then place them in a single layer in the air fryer and cook for 7 minutes. Flip the bites over and cook for another 3-5 minutes until cooked through. Exact cooking time may vary.
The exact cooking time depends on the temperature, the thickness of the salmon pieces, and your air fryer. At 360 F, air fry the salmon bites for about 7 minutes to start, then flip them over and air fry them for another 3-5 minutes until fully cooked. The exact cooking time can vary.
Related Recipes
If you liked these salmon bites, here are more fish recipes that you can make in the air fryer:
- Air Fryer Salmon with Dill
- Honey Mustard Salmon in the Air Fryer
- Honey Garlic Salmon Air Fried
- Teriyaki Salmon in the Air Fryer
- Homemade Air Fryer Salmon Burgers
- Frozen Salmon in the Air Fryer
Air Fryer Salmon Bites
Ingredients
- 1 pound salmon fillets
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon coriander, ground
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds, to garnish
Instructions
- Mix maple syrup, olive oil, soy sauce, salt and coriander in a bowl.1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon coriander, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 tablespoon maple syrup, 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- Remove the skin from the salmon if applicable. Then cut the salmon fillets into 1-inch cubes. Place them in a bowl.1 pound salmon fillets
- Pour the marinade over the salmon pieces and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 5-10 minutes.
- Preheat the air fryer to 360 degrees Fahrenheit (about 5 minutes). Then transfer the salmon pieces to the air fryer basket in a single layer. There should be no overlap.
- Air fry the salmon bites at 360 degrees Fahrenheit for 7 minutes. Flip the salmon to the other side and air fry for an additional 3-5 minutes or until the salmon bites are fully cooked and flaky. The exact cooking time can vary depending on your air fryer and the thickness of the salmon.
- When the salmon bites are done, place them in a serving dish and sprinkle with sesame seeds and/or green onions (optional).1 teaspoon sesame seeds
Notes
- You can use fresh farmed or wild salmon fillets for this recipe. If you use wild salmon, the cooking time may be slightly shorter since it typically contains less fat than farmed salmon.
- Use thick salmon fillets that can be cut into cubes. The thickness of the salmon fillets will affect the cooking time.
- Cut the salmon into evenly sized cubes so that they will be done cooking at the same time.
- If the soy sauce you are using is very salty, you may want to reduce the amount of extra salt you add.
- Don’t overcook the salmon as this can dry it out, but make sure that it is cooked through. The FDA recommends an internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit.
Nutrition
This nutritional information has been estimated by an online nutrition calculator. It should only be seen as a rough calculation and not a replacement for professional dietary advice.
