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Air Fryer Salmon Nuggets

Bite-size salmon pieces breaded and air fried to a light golden crust, a family-friendly alternative to chicken nuggets.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 5 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lb skinless salmon cut into 1-inch nuggets
  • 1/2 cup flour
  • 2 eggs beaten
  • 1.5 cups panko
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • kosher salt and black pepper
  • oil spray

Equipment

  • Air fryer
  • Three bowls
  • Paper towels

Method
 

  1. Season the salmon. Put flour, then beaten egg, then the panko mixed with Parmesan, garlic powder, and paprika in three bowls.
  2. Coat each nugget in flour, then egg, then the panko mix, pressing to adhere.
  3. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (205°C). Spray the nuggets on all sides.
  4. Cook 8 to 10 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and cooked through.

Notes

Spray both sides: dry panko stays pale and floury without oil.
Don't crowd: a single layer with gaps is what browns them.
Serve with honey mustard, tartar, or ranch.