Description
Bite-size salmon pieces air fried until tender and coated with a light maple, soy, garlic, and lemon glaze.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 pounds skinless salmon fillet, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 1 1/2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 garlic clove, finely grated
- 2 sliced scallions, for serving
Instructions
- Dry and season: Pat the salmon cubes dry, then toss gently with olive oil, smoked paprika, and black pepper.
- Mix the glaze: Stir the maple syrup, soy sauce, lemon juice, and garlic together. Reserve half in a clean bowl for serving.
- Preheat and arrange: Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (204°C) for 3 minutes. Arrange the salmon in one layer.
- Air fry: Cook for 4 minutes, turn gently, and brush with the non-reserved glaze.
- Finish safely: Cook for 3 to 4 minutes more until the salmon reaches 145°F (63°C) or is opaque and flakes easily.
- Glaze and serve: Transfer to a clean bowl, toss with the reserved glaze, and finish with scallions.
Notes
Salmon cube size and appliance strength change the timing. Fish should reach 145°F (63°C), or cook until opaque and easily separated with a fork.