Do you remove the skin from the salmon before air frying?

Your choice here but you don't need to remove the skin. After it is cooked, it easily peels off, so those who don't prefer it can discard it.

Can I use frozen salmon filets for this recipe?

Thaw the frozen salmon fillets before using them in this recipe. This ensures that the salmon cooks evenly and retains its moisture.

Can I substitute the mayo in the miso ginger dipping sauce with something else?

If you're not a fan of mayo, you can try using Greek yogurt or sour cream as a substitute. These options will still provide a creamy texture to the sauce.

Can I bake these in the oven?

Yes, place on a wire rack and use the convection setting if you have it.

Air Fryer Salmon Bites

Name: Air Fryer Salmon Bites
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 24
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 1 pound salmon fillets, fully thawed- choose fillets that are even in thickness. Skin on or off, your choice (see notes); 1/4 teaspoon 5-spice; 1/4- 1/2 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste); 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon onion powder; 1/2 teaspoon ginger; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/8 -1/4 teaspoon cayenne; 1 teaspoon sugar; spray oil (optional); 1/3 cup mayonnaise; 2 teaspoons sesame oil; 1/2 teaspoon rice vinegar; 1 teaspoon maple syrup; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon miso; 1/2 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced

Description

Succulent and flavorful these air fryer Salmon Bites are served with a miso ginger dipping sauce and ready in about 15 minutes! Perfect for appetizers, rice bowls, salads, and snacks!

Ingredients

Units

For the Salmon

1 pound salmon fillets, fully thawed- choose fillets that are even in thickness. Skin on or off, your choice (see notes)
1/4 teaspoon 5-spice
1/4– 1/2 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon ginger
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/8 –1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1 teaspoon sugar
spray oil (optional)

For the Miso Ginger Sauce

1/3 cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon rice vinegar
1 teaspoon maple syrup
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon miso
1/2 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced

Garnish with scallions and sesame seeds.

Instructions

In a small bowl, whisk together the mayo, sesame oil, vinegar, maple syrup, salt, miso, and ginger until fully combined. Place in fridge until ready to serve.
Mix together 5-spice, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, ginger, black pepper, cayenne, and sugar in a bowl.
Pat the salmon fillets with a paper towel to soak up any moisture. Cut into 24 x 1-inch bite-sized pieces and toss in the spice mix gently stirring, until fully coated.
Preheat the air fryer to 400F degrees. Arrange salmon on the rack with a little space between each piece. (Do this in two batches if needed.) Spraying on a little olive oil will help them crisp up a bit- this is totally optional.
Air fry for 3 minutes. Turn the salmon pieces and cook for 2 minutes more, depending on how thick your salmon pieces are. The internal temperature should be about 125F degrees. It continues to cook as it cools. Try not to overcook!
Serve with a mini forks as an appetizer or over rice for a meal.

Equipment

air fryer

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Notes

If you’re not a fan of mayo, you can try using Greek yogurt or sour cream as a substitute.

No need to remove the skin but this is your choice. It is perfectly edible and full of nutrients. After it is cooked, it easily peels off, so those who don’t prefer it can discard it.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 4 salmon bites
Calories: 169
Sugar: 1.4 g
Sodium: 369.3 mg
Fat: 10.3 g
Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
Carbohydrates: 2.3 g
Fiber: 0.2 g
Protein: 17.1 g
Cholesterol: 42.9 mg