Here’s a recipe for Air Fryer Salmon Bites with Hot Honey—a perfect blend of crispy, tender salmon with a sweet and spicy kick!
Ingredients:
For the Salmon Bites:
- 1 lb salmon fillets (skinless, cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
For the Hot Honey:
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1–2 tablespoons hot sauce (depending on your heat preference)
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for more heat)
- 1 tablespoon butter (optional, for a richer sauce)
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Salmon:
- Pat the salmon pieces dry with paper towels.
- In a large bowl, toss the salmon with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, onion powder, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper (if using), and lemon juice. Make sure each piece is well-coated.
2. Preheat the Air Fryer:
- Set your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and let it preheat for about 3 minutes.
3. Cook the Salmon Bites:
- Arrange the salmon bites in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Don’t overcrowd the basket; cook in batches if necessary.
- Air fry for 7-9 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until the salmon is cooked through and crispy on the outside.
4. Make the Hot Honey:
- While the salmon is cooking, prepare the hot honey. In a small saucepan, warm the honey over low heat.
- Stir in the hot sauce and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for about 2 minutes, just until the mixture is heated through and combined. If you prefer a richer sauce, add the butter and stir until melted.
5. Toss and Serve:
- Once the salmon bites are done, transfer them to a large bowl.
- Drizzle the hot honey over the salmon bites and toss gently to coat.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra red pepper flakes, if desired.
Enjoy these Air Fryer Salmon Bites with Hot Honey as a delicious appetizer, snack, or main course!
