Air Fryer Salmon Nuggets with Spicy Sriracha Mayo Recipe
Delicious and crispy Air Fryer Salmon Nuggets made with tender salmon chunks coated in a flavorful blend of seasonings and breadcrumbs, perfectly air fried to golden perfection. Served with a spicy sriracha mayo dipping sauce, these nuggets are a quick and healthy snack or meal option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 9 minutes
- Total Time: 24 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer/Snack
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Salmon Nuggets
- 1 pound salmon filet (skin removed)
- ½ cup flour
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons water
- ½ cup panko bread crumbs
- ½ cup regular bread crumbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
Dipping Sauce
- ⅓ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon sriracha (more to taste)
- Fresh dill (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Salmon: Chop the salmon into 1 inch chunks and pat dry thoroughly with a paper towel to ensure the coating adheres well.
- Make Flour Mixture: In a shallow dish, combine the flour and Old Bay seasoning evenly.
- Prepare Egg Wash: In a second shallow dish, whisk together the eggs and 2 tablespoons of water until well combined.
- Make Breadcrumb Mixture: In a third shallow dish, mix panko bread crumbs, regular bread crumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt until fully combined.
- Coat the Salmon: Dip each salmon chunk first into the flour mixture, then the egg wash, and finally the breadcrumb mixture, pressing to ensure an even coating sticks.
- Prepare Air Fryer Basket: Lightly spritz or brush the air fryer basket with oil to prevent sticking. Arrange coated salmon nuggets in a single layer, leaving space between each piece for even cooking. Spritz the tops liberally with oil.
- Air Fry the Nuggets: Cook the salmon nuggets in the air fryer at 400°F (204°C) for 8-9 minutes, flipping halfway through and spritzing again with oil to achieve a crispy golden exterior.
- Make Dipping Sauce: While the nuggets cook, whisk together mayonnaise and sriracha in a small bowl. Adjust sriracha quantity to taste for desired spiciness.
- Serve: Once cooked, sprinkle fresh dill over the salmon nuggets and serve immediately with the spicy mayo dipping sauce.
Notes
- Patting the salmon dry before coating helps the breading adhere better and become crispier.
- You can adjust the spiciness of the dipping sauce by adding more or less sriracha.
- For a gluten-free option, substitute regular flour and breadcrumbs with gluten-free alternatives.
- Ensure the nuggets are spaced out in the air fryer basket to allow proper air circulation and even cooking.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and reheated in the air fryer for best results.
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