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Air Fryer Salmon Nuggets

Savory Air Fryer Salmon Nuggets Ready in Just 20 Minutes

Quick and delicious Air Fryer Salmon Nuggets perfect for weeknight meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 nuggets
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon Bites
  • 1 lb Salmon Filets Boneless and skinless
  • 2 tbsp Soy Sauce Substitute with coconut aminos for gluten-free
  • 1 tbsp Toasted Sesame Oil Regular sesame oil can be used
  • 1 tbsp Honey Adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp Salt Season to your liking
  • 1/2 tsp Ground Black Pepper Freshly ground
  • 1/2 tsp Ground Ginger
  • 1 tsp Paprika Smoked paprika can enhance flavor
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 2 tbsp Chives Fresh garnish
  • 1 unit Lemon Wedges For garnish

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Method
 

Steps
  1. Preheat the Air Fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Cube the salmon filets into uniform 1-inch pieces.
  3. In a bowl, mix soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, honey, salt, black pepper, ginger, paprika, and garlic powder with salmon cubes.
  4. Arrange the marinated salmon bites in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
  5. Cook the salmon bites in the air fryer for 5-8 minutes until golden brown and reaching an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
  6. Garnish with lemon or lime juice and chives before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 4nuggetsCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgSugar: 4gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure even cutting of salmon for consistent cooking and avoid overcrowding in the air fryer for crispy results.

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