Air Fryer Salmon Bites With Hot Honey - A Sweet And Spicy Delight

Name: Air Fryer Salmon Bites with Hot Honey
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 9 min
Total time: 19 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 pound salmon fillet, skin removed, cut into 1-inch cubes.; 1 tablespoon olive oil.; 1 tablespoon soy sauce.; 1 teaspoon garlic powder.; 1 teaspoon paprika.; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.; 1/4 teaspoon salt.; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional).; 1/4 cup honey.; 1 tablespoon hot sauce (adjust to taste).; 1 teaspoon lime juice.

By Lauren Mechelle

Updated on 29 September 2024

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Air Fryer Salmon Bites with Hot Honey are a flavorful combination of crispy, tender salmon and a drizzle of sweet and spicy hot honey. The marinade of soy sauce, garlic, paprika, and cayenne gives the salmon a bold flavor, while the hot honey adds a touch of heat and sweetness. These bites are easy to make in an air fryer and are perfect as a quick dinner or an appetizer. Serve them with extra hot honey on the side, and enjoy with rice or a fresh salad for a complete meal.

Air Fryer Salmon Bites with Hot Honey are a quick and delicious way to enjoy crispy, tender salmon with a sweet and spicy kick. Perfect for dinner or as an appetizer, these salmon bites come together in just minutes.

Let’s start by reviewing the ingredients that make this dish so flavorful.

INGREDIENTS

Salmon: 1 pound of salmon fillet, cut into 1-inch cubes. Using fresh salmon ensures a tender, flaky texture.
Marinade: A mix of 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. This adds rich flavor to the salmon.
Optional Heat: 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper for a little extra kick, but it’s optional depending on your spice preference.
Hot Honey: A blend of 1/4 cup honey, 1 tablespoon hot sauce, and 1 teaspoon lime juice. The hot honey brings a sweet and tangy heat that complements the savory salmon perfectly.

Air Fryer Salmon Bites with Hot Honey

Air Fryer Salmon Bites are crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and finished with a drizzle of sweet and spicy hot honey. These bites are perfect as an appetizer or main dish.

Prep Time

10 Minutes

Cook Time

9 Minutes

Total Time

19 Minutes

By: Lauren Mechelle

Category: Dinner

Difficulty: Easy

Cuisine: American

Yield: 2 Servings (2-3 Servings)

Ingredients

01 1 pound salmon fillet, skin removed, cut into 1-inch cubes.

02 1 tablespoon olive oil.

03 1 tablespoon soy sauce.

04 1 teaspoon garlic powder.

05 1 teaspoon paprika.

06 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.

07 1/4 teaspoon salt.

08 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional).

09 1/4 cup honey.

10 1 tablespoon hot sauce (adjust to taste).

11 1 teaspoon lime juice.

Instructions

Step 01

In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, soy sauce, garlic powder, paprika, black pepper, salt, and cayenne pepper (if using). Add the salmon cubes to the marinade, tossing to coat evenly. Let the salmon marinate for at least 10 minutes.

Step 02

In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the honey, hot sauce, and lime juice. Stir until well mixed and slightly warm. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 03

Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Arrange the marinated salmon cubes in a single layer in the air fryer basket, making sure they aren’t overcrowded. Air fry the salmon bites for 7-9 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until the salmon is cooked through and slightly crispy on the edges.

Step 04

Transfer the salmon bites to a serving plate and drizzle with the hot honey sauce. Serve immediately with extra hot honey on the side for dipping.

Notes

These air fryer salmon bites are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, with a sweet and spicy hot honey drizzle.
For a milder flavor, reduce the hot sauce in the honey, or use a milder hot sauce variety.