Name: Gochujang Salmon Bite Bowls
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 9 min
Total time: 19 min
Ingredients: 1 lb salmon (skin removed, cut into 1–1½ inch cubes); 2 tbsp gochujang; 2 tbsp honey; 1 tbsp mayo; 1 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tsp sesame oil; 1 tsp rice vinegar; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp salt; 1 tsp pepper; 1 tbsp water (to thin (optional))

These gochujang salmon bite bowls are ready in 20 minutes and could not be tastier. Cubed salmon gets coated in a sweet and spicy gochujang, honey and soy sauce, air fried until caramelized, then piled into bowls with an extra drizzle of sauce, scallions and sesame seeds. These air fryer salmon bites are the perfect easy, healthy weeknight meal.

Love gochujang? Try my Sticky Gochujang Pork Bites too.

Why You’ll Love These Salmon Bites

Ready in 20 minutes.
Sweet and spicy gochujang glaze.
Air fryer easy.
High protein and healthy.

Ingredients for Gochujang Salmon Bites

The Salmon

Skinless salmon cut into cubes.

The Gochujang Sauce

Gochujang, honey, mayo, soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, garlic powder, salt, pepper and optional water to thin.

Swap note: Use tamari and gluten-free gochujang for gluten free. No air fryer? Bake at 400°F for 10 to 12 minutes.

How to Make Salmon Bites

Step 1: Make the sauce

Mix all the sauce ingredients until smooth.

Step 2: Coat the salmon

Cube the salmon and coat with half the sauce, saving the rest for topping.

Step 3: Air fry

Air fry at 390°F for 7 to 9 minutes, shaking halfway.

Step 4: Finish

Drizzle with the reserved sauce and top with scallions and sesame seeds.

Carly’s Expert Tips

Cut even cubes so they cook at the same rate.
Don’t crowd the basket for better caramelization.
Save half the sauce for drizzling.
Adjust the heat with more or less gochujang.

Make It Your Own

Shrimp: Use shrimp instead of salmon.
Chicken: Use cubed chicken thighs.
Crunch: Top with crushed peanuts.
Cucumber salad: Serve with a quick cucumber salad.

Make-Ahead and Meal Prep: Mix the sauce up to 5 days ahead. Cook the salmon fresh for the best texture.

What to Serve With Salmon Bites

Serve over rice with cucumbers, avocado, edamame or kimchi.

Storing and Reheating

Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 2 days.

Reheat gently in the air fryer at 350°F for 2 to 3 minutes.

What People Ask About Salmon Bites

Can I use frozen salmon?

Yes. Thaw and pat it dry first.

How long do you air fry salmon bites?

7 to 9 minutes at 390°F.

Can I bake salmon bites?

Yes. Bake at 400°F for 10 to 12 minutes.

What is gochujang?

A sweet, spicy Korean chili paste.