Description
Learn how to make delicious 6-minute Blackened Air Fryer Salmon Bites that are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Perfect for a quick and healthy meal!
Ingredients
- – 4 (680g) skinless salmon filets, diced in 1 inch chunks
- – olive oil spray
- – 1 tablespoon (15ml) sweet paprika
- – 1/2 teaspoon (2.5ml) dried cayenne pepper
- – 1 teaspoon (5ml) garlic powder
- – 1 teaspoon (5ml) dried thyme
- – 1 teaspoon (5ml) dried oregano
- – 1 teaspoon (5ml) beef salt
- – 1/8 teaspoon (0.5ml) black pepper
- – lemon wedges, for serving
- – chopped parsley, for garnish
- – brown rice, optional for serving
Instructions
- Put the salmon pieces in a large mixing bowl and lightly coat them with the oil spray.
- In a separate, smaller bowl, blend together all the spices, starting from the paprika to the black pepper, until well combined. Evenly coat the salmon pieces with this spice mixture.
- Lightly mist the air fryer basket with oil.
- Arrange the salmon chunks in the basket of the air fryer. Cook at 400°F for approximately 5 to 7 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until the salmon is cooked thoroughly and has a nice browned exterior.
- Accompany with lemon wedges and sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- Marinate salmon in spice mixture for 30 minutes for a more intense flavor. Serve over brown rice to create a complete meal. Adjust cayenne pepper amount to suit your spice preference. Try fresh herbs like thyme and oregano for a brighter taste.