Description
Bang Bang Salmon features crispy, bite-sized salmon pieces coated in a flavorful blend of spices, air fried to perfection, and drizzled with a creamy, spicy, and sweet Bang Bang sauce made from mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and lime juice. This dish is quick to prepare, with a perfect balance of heat and sweetness, ideal as an appetizer or light main course.
Ingredients
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Salmon Bites:
- 1 1/2 pounds salmon fillets, skin removed and cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)
Bang Bang Sauce:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup Thai sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
Instructions
- Prepare the Bang Bang Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and lime juice until smooth and well combined; set aside.
- Season the Salmon Bites: In a large bowl, combine salmon pieces with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper, tossing thoroughly to coat evenly.
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and preheat for about 3 minutes.
- Cook the Salmon: Place the salmon bites in a single layer in the air fryer basket without overcrowding (cook in batches if necessary). Air fry for 8-10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until the salmon is cooked through and crispy at the edges.
- Serve: Transfer cooked salmon bites to a serving platter, drizzle with the prepared Bang Bang sauce, and serve remaining sauce on the side for dipping.
Notes
- Use fresh, skinless salmon fillets cut into uniform bite-sized pieces to ensure even cooking.
- Adjust sriracha in the sauce to control the spiciness according to your preference.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to maintain crispiness; cook in batches if needed.
- Drizzle the Bang Bang sauce just before serving to keep the salmon crispy.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container refrigerated for up to 3 days.
- For longer storage, freeze cooked salmon bites in a single layer on a baking sheet, then transfer to a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 790 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 28 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 105 mg
