Description
Crunchy, crispy bite-sized salmon cubes with savory spices and a spicy hot honey glaze. Perfect for keto dieters seeking protein-rich meals without deep frying.
Ingredients
2 lb salmon fillet (skin removed)
2 Tbsp neutral oil (avocado/grapeseed)
¾ cup panko breadcrumbs
2 tsp granulated garlic
2 tsp Italian seasoning
1 tsp sweet paprika
1.5 tsp kosher salt
½ tsp dry mustard
1.25 tsp cayenne pepper
½ cup hot honey (glaze base)
Instructions
Preheat air fryer to 400°F
Score salmon fillet into bite-sized cubes
Mix oil, granulated garlic, salt (½ tsp), spices, and dry mustard in bowl
Coat salmon pieces with mixture
Arrange in single layer in air fryer basket
Lightly spray remaining oil if desired
Air fry 10 minutes until crispy
Whisk hot honey with remaining 1 tsp salt and cayenne pepper
Drizzle glaze over cooked salmon
Re-crisp in 2-minute air fryer burst
Let rest 5 minutes before serving
Notes
Wild-caught salmon ideal for omega-3s
Sub crushed pork rinds for zero-carb crust
Adjust cayenne pepper to taste
Slice salmon with toothpick for even browning
Glaze works as dipping sauce too
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Modern American