Air Fryer Salmon Bites with Garlic Cream Sauce
Air Fryer Salmon Bites with Garlic Cream Sauce are a quick and flavorful dish that combines tender, air-fried salmon with a rich, creamy garlic sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this recipe delivers a delightful crunch on the outside while maintaining a juicy interior.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Seafood
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 salmon filets (6 ounces each), skin removed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- ½ teaspoon minced garlic
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 390°F and spray the basket with nonstick cooking spray.
- Pat the salmon dry and cut it into 1-inch cubes.
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss the salmon in this mixture to coat evenly.
- In batches, place the salmon bites in the air fryer basket and cook for 4-5 minutes. Flip halfway through until they reach an internal temperature of 140-145°F.
- While cooking, melt butter and cream in a saucepan over medium heat; stir in minced garlic and parsley.
- Serve the cooked salmon bites drizzled with creamy garlic sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 4 ounces (113g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg