Air Fryer Salmon Nuggets
The air fryer produces salmon nuggets that are crispy on the outside and moist and tender on the inside. They are delicious as an appetizer or as a main dish over greens.
Combine maple syrup chipotle powder and salt in saucepan and bring to a simmer over medium heat.
Reduce heat to low to keep warm.
Place croutons in the bowl of a mini food processor; pulse until crushed into fine crumbs.
Transfer to a shallow bowl.
Whisk egg in a separate bowl.
Preheat the air fryer to 390 degrees F (200 degrees C).
Sprinkle salmon lightly with sea salt.
Lightly dip salmon into egg mixture letting excess drip off.
Coat salmon in crouton breading and shake off extra.
Set on a plate and mist lightly with cooking spray.
Spray basket of the air fryer with cooking spray.
Place salmon nuggets inside working in batches to avoid overcrowding if necessary.