Description
Delicious and healthy Teriyaki Salmon Bites paired with a refreshing avocado cucumber salad and spicy sriracha mayo, served over fluffy jasmine or basmati rice. This quick and easy recipe uses an air fryer to cook salmon to perfection, making it a perfect weeknight meal for 4 servings.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Salmon Bites:
- 1 ½ pounds salmon fillet, skin removed, cut into bite-sized pieces
- ½ cup teriyaki sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
For the Avocado Cucumber Salad:
- 2 ripe avocados, diced
- 1 large cucumber, sliced into half-moons
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
For the Sriracha Mayo:
- â…“ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice or lime juice
- Salt, to taste
To Serve:
- 2 cups cooked rice (jasmine or basmati, preferred)
- Sesame seeds, for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate the Salmon Bites: Combine teriyaki sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Add the salmon pieces and toss gently to coat. Let them marinate for at least 20 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Air Fry the Salmon: Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Arrange the marinated salmon bites in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 7-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the salmon is cooked through and slightly crispy on the outside.
- Prepare the Avocado Cucumber Salad: In a separate bowl, combine diced avocados, sliced cucumber, rice vinegar, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper. Toss gently to combine without mashing the avocado.
- Make the Sriracha Mayo: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sriracha sauce, lemon or lime juice, and salt until smooth and well blended.
- Assemble and Serve: Serve the cooked rice on plates topped with the air-fried salmon bites. Add a scoop of the avocado cucumber salad on the side and drizzle generously with the sriracha mayo. Garnish with sesame seeds for a nutty finish.
Notes
- For best texture, avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket when cooking salmon bites to ensure even cooking and crispiness.
- You can substitute teriyaki sauce with a homemade version or a low-sodium variety for a healthier option.
- Use ripe avocados for the salad to ensure a creamy texture.
- The sriracha mayo can be adjusted for spiciness by adding more or less sriracha sauce according to taste.
- Leftover salmon bites can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days and reheated gently in the air fryer or oven.
