These Air Fryer Salmon Bites are on heavy rotation! They’re super easy to make and come out so good every time—perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or meal prep. I love serving them with rice, a simple salad, or dunking them in spicy mayo or sweet chili sauce. Trust me, you’re gonna be hooked.
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Ingredients
Salmon - skin removed
Sesame oil
Vegetarian oyster sauce
Green onion
Garlic
Bang Bang Sauce
Kewpie mayo
Sweet thai chili sauce
Sriracha
See recipe card for quantities.
How to air fry salmon bites
Combine the salmon, vegetarian oyster sauce, sesame oil, green onions and garlic in a large bowl and mix.
Place the salmon bites in the air fryer basket in a single layer, making sure they are not touching.
Make the bang bang sauce by combining kewpie mayo, sweet thai chili sauce, and sriracha in a bowl. Mix well.
Serve and enjoy!
Substitutions
Salmon: If you don't have salmon, you can use any other type of firm white fish.
Sesame oil: Can be substituted with any other neutral oil such as avocado oil or vegetable oil.
Vegetarian oyster sauce: Can be replaced with hoisin sauce or soy sauce.
Green onion: Can be swapped with sliced shallots or chopped chives.
Garlic: Can be substituted with garlic powder or minced garlic from a jar.
Variations
Kid-friendly: To make this recipe more kid-friendly, skip the bang bang sauce and serve the salmon bites with a side of sweet chili sauce, honey mustard or ketchup.
Low-carb: For a low-carb option, skip the rice, add it to a salad or lettuce wraps.
Gluten-free: To make this recipe gluten-free, use gluten-free oyster sauce or soy sauce, and serve with a gluten-free dipping sauce.
See this Teriyaki Salmon version of this recipe on my website!
Equipment
- Air fryer
- Bowl for mixing
- Measuring spoons
- Knife
- Cutting board
Top tip
Here are some top tips to help you make the best Air Fryer Salmon Bites possible:
- Pat the salmon dry: Before you start cooking, make sure to pat the salmon dry with a paper towel. This will help remove excess moisture, allowing the salmon bites to cook evenly and achieve a crispy texture.
- Cut the salmon into even-sized pieces: For consistent cooking, cut the salmon into even-sized pieces. This will help ensure that each piece cooks at the same rate and is evenly coated with the seasoning.
- Don't overcrowd the air fryer: Make sure to cook the salmon bites in a single layer and leave some space between them. Overcrowding the air fryer basket can result in uneven cooking and a less crispy texture.
- Use a food thermometer: To ensure that the salmon is cooked to a safe temperature, use a food thermometer to check the internal temperature of the salmon bites. The minimum safe temperature for cooked salmon is 145°F.
- Serve with a flavorful dipping sauce: While the salmon bites are delicious on their own, serving them with a flavorful dipping sauce can take them to the next level. The bang bang sauce in this recipe is a great option, but feel free to experiment with other sauces and flavors to find your favorite combination.
By following these top tips, you'll be able to make perfectly crispy and delicious Air Fryer Salmon Bites every time!
Easy Air Fryer Salmon Bites - FAQ
Salmon should be air fried for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
Baking salmon at 375°F is better than 400°F to prevent overcooking and keep the salmon moist and tender.
The best air fryer temperature for salmon is 375°F for 8 minutes, flipping halfway through until the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
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Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Cut the salmon into small, bite-sized pieces and place them in a bowl.
- Add sesame oil, vegetarian oyster sauce, sliced green onion (white part only), and garlic to the bowl. Mix well to ensure that the salmon is evenly coated.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F.
- Place the salmon bites in the air fryer basket in a single layer, making sure they are not touching.
- Air fry the salmon bites for 8 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- While the salmon bites are cooking, make the bang bang sauce by combining kewpie mayo, sweet thai chili sauce, sesame oil and sriracha in a bowl. Mix well.
- Once the salmon bites are cooked, remove them from the air fryer and sprinkle with sliced green onion (green part only).
- Serve the salmon bites with the bang bang sauce on the side for dipping.
Mabel says
That Bang Bang sauce is really a winner! too bad i didnt make larger batch for these 😅
Matteo says
Your recipe will be on our camping day tomorrow.