Crispy Air Fryer Honey Garlic Salmon Bites (20 Minutes)
These honey garlic salmon bites are crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and coated in a sweet and savory sticky glaze. This quick, healthy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights and comes together in just 20 minutes. Serve with rice, vegetables, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
Ingredients
-
1 lb salmon fillets, skinless, cut into bite-sized pieces
-
1 tablespoon cornstarch
-
1 tablespoon olive oil
-
½ teaspoon salt
-
¼ teaspoon black pepper
Honey Garlic Sauce
-
1 tablespoon soy sauce
-
2 tablespoons honey
-
2 cloves garlic, minced
-
½ teaspoon fresh ginger, grated (optional)
-
2 tablespoons water
Garnish (optional)
-
1 teaspoon sesame seeds
-
2 tablespoons green onions, chopped
Instructions
Step 1: Prep the Salmon
-
Cut the salmon into 1-inch cubes and pat dry with paper towels.
-
In a bowl, toss salmon with cornstarch, olive oil, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
Step 2: Air Fry the Salmon
-
Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
-
Arrange salmon bites in a single layer in the basket.
-
Air fry for 8–10 minutes, shaking halfway, until crispy and cooked through.
Step 3: Make the Honey Garlic Sauce
-
In a small saucepan over medium heat, warm 1 tablespoon olive oil.
-
Add garlic and ginger; sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
-
Stir in soy sauce, honey, and water.
-
Simmer for 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
Step 4: Coat and Serve
-
Transfer cooked salmon bites to a bowl and toss with the honey garlic sauce.
-
Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
-
Serve immediately.
Notes
-
Dry the salmon well: This helps achieve extra crispiness.
-
Don’t overcrowd: Cook in batches if needed so the salmon crisps instead of steams.
-
Sauce timing: Toss salmon with sauce just before serving to keep it crispy.
-
Extra heat: Add a pinch of chili flakes or a drizzle of sriracha to the sauce.