Description
This Salmon Bites Recipe is quick, easy, and incredibly delicious! These bite-sized salmon pieces are crispy on the outside, tender inside, and packed with flavor. Perfect as an appetizer, snack, or even a main dish, they can be pan-seared, air-fried, or baked for a healthy, protein-rich meal. Pair them with your favorite dipping sauce for an extra burst of flavor!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Salmon Bites:
- 1 lb skinless salmon fillet, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 tbsp olive oil (or avocado oil)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for spice)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp soy sauce or tamari (for umami flavor)
For the Dipping Sauce (Optional):
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt or mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Salmon
- Pat the salmon dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, salt, black pepper, cayenne (if using), lemon juice, and soy sauce.
- Toss the salmon cubes in the seasoning mixture until evenly coated.
Step 2: Cook the Salmon Bites
👉 Pan-Seared Method:
- Heat 1 tbsp oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add salmon bites in a single layer and cook 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Remove from heat and let rest for 1 minute before serving.
👉 Air Fryer Method:
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Arrange salmon bites in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Cook for 7-9 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
👉 Oven-Baked Method:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place salmon bites on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- For extra crispiness, broil for 1-2 minutes at the end.
Step 3: Make the Dipping Sauce (Optional)
- In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt (or mayo), honey, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Serve alongside the salmon bites for dipping.
Notes
- Make it spicier: Add more cayenne pepper or a drizzle of hot sauce.
- For extra crispiness: Use panko breadcrumbs or cornstarch before cooking.
- Storage: Keep leftover salmon bites in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to a month.
- Reheating: Best reheated in an air fryer or oven at 350°F (175°C) for 3-5 minutes to maintain crispiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Pan-fried, Air-fried, Baked
- Cuisine: American, Mediterranean