Crispy Salmon "Bacon" Skins
These crispy salmon "bacon" skins from @mymanabites are a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional bacon, with just a few simple ingredients. This air-fried treat is perfect for adding a crunchy, savory element to salads, sandwiches, or enjoying as a snack on its own.
Tasty Team
Total Time
16 minutes
16 min
Prep Time
10 minutes
10 min
Cook Time
6 minutes
6 min
Total Time
16 minutes
16 min
Prep Time
10 minutes
10 min
Cook Time
6 minutes
6 min
Ingredients
for 2 servings
- 2 lb skin-on salmon fillet
- avocado oil spray, to taste
- flaky sea salt, to taste
- lemon pepper seasoning, salt-free
Nutrition Info
- Calories 936
- Fat 58g
- Carbs 0g
- Fiber 0g
- Sugar 0g
- Protein 90g
Estimated values based on one serving size.
Preparation
- Remove any scales from the salmon skin using a knife or fish scaler.
- Flip the skin over and scrape the other side to remove any meat.
- Pat the skin dry thoroughly.
- Cut the salmon skin into 2-inch wide strips resembling bacon slices.
- Arrange the strips in a single layer in your air fryer basket, ensuring they’re not overlapping for even cooking.
- Lightly spray the salmon strips with avocado oil on both sides.
- Sprinkle a small amount of flaky sea salt and salt-free lemon pepper over the strips.
- Set your air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- Air fry the salmon strips for about 6 minutes, or until they become crispy and golden brown.
- Enjoy your crispy salmon bacon skins as a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional bacon. It pairs wonderfully with salads, sandwiches, or as a snack on its own.
- Enjoy!
- Tip: For oven preparation, follow the same steps and bake at 350°F (175°C) until crispy.
- Tip: Ensure the salmon skin is very dry before air frying for the best texture.
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