Ninja Air Fryer Salmon Bites with Garlic Cream Sauce

Air fryer salmon bites served on a plate with some rice.

Ninja Air Fryer Salmon Bites with Garlic Cream Sauce

Perfectly seasoned and delicious Ninja air fryer salmon bites with crispy edges topped with a wonderful garlic cream sauce! This delectable dish made with no breading will have you asking for more!

Course Appetizer, Dinner, Lunch, Main Course, Side Dish

Cuisine American

Diet Gluten Free

Prep Time 8

Cook Time 12

Total Time 20

Servings

Calories 795kcal

Author Kate Hahnel

Equipment

Ingredients

1 pound salmon
½ teaspoon salt (to taste)
1½ teaspoon lemon pepper
1 teaspoon brown sugar - see notes (or a low-carb brown sugar alternative)
1 teaspoon sweet paprika
½ teaspoon black pepper (or more to taste)
½ teaspoon freshly minced garlic
1 tablespoon butter (unsalted, melted)
1 tablespoon olive oil (to make the sauce)
1 tablespoon butter (to make the sauce)
1 small shallot - chopped (half of a small onion)
1 teaspoon freshly minced garlic (use more ,or less, according to taste)
1½ cup heavy cream
⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
¼ tsp salt (taste)
1 handful freshly chopped parsley (or your favorite herbs such as thyme, or tarragon).

Instructions

In a small bowl, combine the salt, lemon pepper, brown sugar, sweet paprika, and black pepper.
½ teaspoon salt, 1½ teaspoon lemon pepper, 1 teaspoon brown sugar - see notes, 1 teaspoon sweet paprika, ½ teaspoon black pepper
Pat the salmon dry using a paper towel and cut it into bite-sized 1-1½ inch cubes. Transfer the pieces to a bowl, and top with the melted butter, garlic, and the prepared spices.
½ teaspoon freshly minced garlic, 1 tablespoon butter, 1 pound salmon
Line your air fryer basket with an air fryer liner or spray it with an olive oil spray, for easier cleanup.
Place the salmon pieces inside the basket in a single layer, and air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 5-7 minutes. Prepare the sauce while the salmon is cooking and make sure to check midway through and shake your air fryer basket accordingly. Depending on the air fryer you are using, you may need to flip the salmon pieces using a pair of tongs.
Air fry until the salmon cubes are cooked through in the middle and browned around the edges.
To make the garlic sauce, heat olive oil in a pan or skillet, add the butter and allow it to melt. Add the shallot or onion and garlic, then saute for a few seconds (or until translucent).
1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 tablespoon butter, 1 small shallot - chopped, 1 teaspoon freshly minced garlic
Gradually stir in the heavy cream, salt, and parmesan cheese, and allow the garlic cream sauce to simmer for 2-5 minutes, or until thickened.
1½ cup heavy cream, ⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese, ¼ teaspoon salt
Stir in the chopped parsley then remove the pan from the heat. To serve, transfer the air-fried salmon bites to plates and top with the garlic cream sauce. Serve with rice, mashed potatoes, steamed vegetables, or your favorite sides.
1 handful freshly chopped parsley

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Notes

Make this recipe keto-friendly by using a suitable brown sugar alternative. This is available to purchase online, alternatively, you can simply make your keto brown sugar.
These salmon cubes taste best when served immediately. You can, however, keep them in the fridge for 3-5 days. To reheat, simply air fry at 400°F for 5 minutes, or until warmed through.
Make this recipe your own and use your favorite spices or herbs.
The sauce can be kept in the fridge for 3-5 days and in the freezer for up to 6 months.

Nutritional information is an estimate, calculated based on tools that we use. It will vary, depending on the products you use. Please read all labels to make sure the ingredients fit your dietary needs as well as calculate your own nutritional information. Also bear in mind that different air fryers cook differently, and the time required may differ. As a result, we recommend that you keep an eye on the food mid-cooking, and adjust the time accordingly, if necessary.

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