Description

This Bang Bang Salmon recipe features crispy, bite-sized salmon pieces seasoned with a smoky spice blend and air fried to perfection. Tossed in a creamy, spicy-sweet Bang Bang sauce made from mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and lime juice, this dish offers a delicious balance of heat, tang, and sweetness. Ready in under 30 minutes, it's a quick and flavorful seafood appetizer or main course.

Ingredients

Salmon Bites

1 ½ pounds salmon fillets (skin removed, cut into bite-sized pieces)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)

Bang Bang Sauce

½ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup Thai sweet chili sauce
1 tablespoon sriracha sauce (adjust to taste)
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon lime juice

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Instructions

Prepare The Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, sriracha sauce, honey, and lime juice until well combined. Set aside to allow the flavors to meld.
Prepare The Salmon Bites: In a large bowl, combine the bite-sized salmon pieces with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper if using. Toss well to ensure all pieces are evenly coated with the seasoning mixture.
Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 3 minutes. This ensures a hot cooking environment for crispy results.
Cook The Salmon Bites: Place the seasoned salmon pieces in the air fryer basket in a single layer without overcrowding. Depending on your air fryer size, you might need to cook in batches. Air fry for 8-10 minutes, shaking or gently stirring the basket halfway through cooking, until the salmon is cooked through and edges are crispy.
Serve: Transfer the cooked salmon bites to a serving platter and drizzle generously with the Bang Bang sauce. Serve any remaining sauce on the side for dipping. Enjoy immediately for best texture and flavor.

Notes

Make sure not to overcrowd the air fryer basket to allow even cooking and crisping.
You can adjust the sriracha and cayenne pepper quantities for milder or spicier heat levels.
Salmon is best when cooked to medium doneness; avoid overcooking to keep it tender and juicy.
For a gluten-free option, ensure the Thai sweet chili sauce is gluten-free as some brands may contain wheat.
Leftover Bang Bang sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 17 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Air Frying
Cuisine: American