Description
These Glazed Honey Garlic Air Fryer Salmon Bites are a delicious and easy-to-make dish featuring tender salmon cubes marinated in a sweet and savory honey garlic glaze, then perfectly cooked in the air fryer for a quick and healthy meal.
Ingredients
Salmon:
- 1 pound skinless salmon filet, cut into 1-inch cubes
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Marinade and Glaze:
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/2 cup honey
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of one lemon
Instructions
- Prepare the Salmon: Cut 1 pound of skinless salmon filet into 1-inch cubes. Season the cubes with salt and pepper to taste, ensuring even seasoning.
- Make the Marinade: In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup soy sauce, 1/2 cup honey, minced garlic, and lemon juice until smooth and well combined. Reserve 2 tablespoons of this marinade for brushing later.
- Marinate the Salmon: Add the salmon cubes to the remaining marinade and toss well to coat all pieces evenly. Allow the salmon to marinate for 20 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Air Fry the Salmon Bites: Place the marinated salmon bites evenly into the air fryer basket. Cook at 390°F (199°C) for 3 minutes.
- Glaze and Continue Cooking: After 3 minutes, open the air fryer and brush the reserved 2 tablespoons of glaze onto the salmon bites. Close the basket and cook for an additional 3 minutes until the salmon reaches an internal temperature of 125-130°F for optimal doneness.
- Serve: Remove the salmon bites from the air fryer and serve immediately over rice with your choice of vegetables for a balanced, tasty meal.
Notes
- Marinate the salmon for exactly 20 minutes; longer marinades can break down the fish texture.
- Ensure the air fryer basket is not overcrowded to allow even cooking.
- Use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature of salmon reaches 125-130°F for perfect medium doneness.
- Serve with steamed vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
- Adjust honey quantity if you prefer a sweeter or less sweet glaze.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
