Air Fryer Miso-Glazed Salmon Bites with Sesame Rice

How to Make Air Fryer Miso-Glazed Salmon Bites with Sesame Rice

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   Step 1: Prep the salmon and rice

   Pat the salmon dry and cut into 1-inch bite-sized pieces. Season lightly with kosher salt and black pepper. If using cold rice, break up and warm it in the microwave or on the stovetop so it’s fluffy and easy to mix.

   For this step

   • 1 lbSkinless salmon fillet, cut into 1-inch bites
   • 1/4 tspKosher salt
   • a pinchFreshly ground black pepper
   
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   Step 2: Make the miso-honey glaze

   In a small bowl, whisk together the white miso paste, honey, soy sauce, and sesame oil until smooth and pourable. Taste and adjust balance—add a touch more honey for sweetness or a splash more soy for saltiness. Reserve about 1–2 tablespoons of glaze for finishing.

   For this step

   • 3 tbspWhite miso paste
   • 2 tbspHoney
   • 1 tbspSoy sauce
   
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   Step 3: Coat the salmon

   Toss the salmon bites with 2/3 of the glaze until evenly coated. Lightly brush or spray the air fryer basket with the neutral oil to prevent sticking.

   For this step

   • 1 tbspNeutral oil (for air fryer)
   
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   Step 4: Air fry the salmon

   Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) if required. Arrange salmon pieces in a single layer (work in batches if needed). Air fry for 7–9 minutes, shaking or turning once halfway through, until the salmon is opaque and caramelized at the edges. In the final 30–60 seconds, brush with the reserved glaze for a glossy finish.
   
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   Step 5: Prepare the sesame rice

   While the salmon cooks, stir the toasted sesame seeds and half the sliced scallions into the warm jasmine rice. Taste and season with a pinch of salt if needed.

   For this step

   • 2 cupsCooked jasmine rice
   
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   Step 6: Assemble and serve

   Divide the sesame rice among four bowls or plates and top with the miso-glazed salmon bites. Sprinkle with the remaining scallions and additional toasted sesame seeds. Serve immediately.

   For this step

   • 2 tbspToasted sesame seeds
   • 2 stalksScallions (thinly sliced)
   

1. Pat the salmon dry and cut into 1-inch bite-sized pieces. Season lightly with kosher salt and black pepper. If using cold rice, break up and warm it in the microwave or on the stovetop so it’s fluffy and easy to mix.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the white miso paste, honey, soy sauce, and sesame oil until smooth and pourable. Taste and adjust balance—add a touch more honey for sweetness or a splash more soy for saltiness. Reserve about 1–2 tablespoons of glaze for finishing.
3. Toss the salmon bites with 2/3 of the glaze until evenly coated. Lightly brush or spray the air fryer basket with the neutral oil to prevent sticking.
4. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) if required. Arrange salmon pieces in a single layer (work in batches if needed). Air fry for 7–9 minutes, shaking or turning once halfway through, until the salmon is opaque and caramelized at the edges. In the final 30–60 seconds, brush with the reserved glaze for a glossy finish.
5. While the salmon cooks, stir the toasted sesame seeds and half the sliced scallions into the warm jasmine rice. Taste and season with a pinch of salt if needed.
6. Divide the sesame rice among four bowls or plates and top with the miso-glazed salmon bites. Sprinkle with the remaining scallions and additional toasted sesame seeds. Serve immediately.