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Air Fryer Salmon Bites with Honey Garlic Sauce

Air fryer salmon bites with honey garlic sauce cook in a single layer at 400°F until their centers reach 145°F. A glossy, lightly thickened honey-soy sauce coats the tender salmon for an easy dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 330
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the salmon bites
  • 1 lb salmon fillet skinless, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 0.5 tsp kosher salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
For the honey garlic sauce
  • 0.25 cup honey
  • 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp water

Equipment

  • 1 5- to 6-quart air fryer

Method
 

Air-fry the salmon bites
  1. Preheat a 5- to 6-quart air fryer to 400°F.
  2. Toss the salmon cubes with the olive oil, kosher salt, and black pepper.
  3. Arrange the salmon in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
  4. Cook at 400°F for 5 to 7 minutes, turning the bites halfway through, until the centers reach 145°F.
Make the honey garlic sauce
  1. Combine the honey, soy sauce, garlic, and rice vinegar in a small saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Bring the sauce to a simmer.
  3. Stir the cornstarch and water together in a small bowl.
  4. Stir the cornstarch mixture into the saucepan and simmer for 30 to 60 seconds, stirring, until glossy and lightly thickened.
Toss and serve
  1. Gently toss the cooked salmon bites with the sauce and serve.

Notes

For even cooking, keep the salmon in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days; freezing is not recommended because the sauce can change texture. Use tamari instead of soy sauce for a gluten-free option.