Air Fryer Salmon Bites with Honey-Harissa Glaze

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 pound center-cut salmon fillet, (skin removed)
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 1 lemon, (zested)
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Aleppo pepper flakes (or 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes)
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
• Chopped chives, (to serve)
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 to 2 teaspoons harissa
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 garlic clove, (grated)
• Kosher salt

Steps

1. 1

   Prep the salmon. Cut the salmon into evenly sized cubes, about 1-inch each. Pat the salmon cubes dry with paper towels.

2. 2

   Season the salmon. In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon zest, garlic powder, Aleppo pepper, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Gently toss the salmon cubes in the mixture until evenly coated. Set aside.

3. 3

   Air fry the salmon. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F. Arrange the salmon cubes in a single layer in the basket, leaving some space between pieces. Air fry for 5 minutes, then gently flip the cubes or shake the basket. Cook another 3 to 5 minutes, until the salmon is just cooked and edges are nicely browned.

4. 4

   Make the Honey-Harissa Glaze (optional). While the salmon cooks, make the glaze. In a small sauce pan, warm the honey, harissa, and garlic together over medium-low heat, just until runny. Remove from heat. Add a pinch of salt and the lemon juice, stirring until combined.

5. 5

   Finish and serve. Remove the salmon from the air fryer. If using the glaze, transfer the salmon bites to a large bowl, drizzle with the glaze, and gently toss to coat. Transfer to a serving platter, and scatter with fresh chives.