Description
Bang Bang Salmon is a quick and flavorful dish featuring crispy salmon bites coated in a tangy, spicy Bang Bang sauce. The crispy salmon, paired with the sweet and spicy sauce, makes this dish perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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)
½ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup Thai sweet chili sauce
1 tablespoon sriracha sauce (adjust to taste)
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon lime juice
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, sriracha sauce, honey, and lime juice to make the Bang Bang sauce. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, toss the salmon pieces with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using) to coat evenly.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 3 minutes.
- Place the salmon bites in a single layer in the air fryer basket, cooking in batches if needed. Air fry for 8-10 minutes, shaking halfway through, until crispy and cooked through.
- Transfer the salmon bites to a serving platter, drizzle with the Bang Bang sauce, and serve with the remaining sauce on the side for dipping.
Notes
If you prefer a spicier dish, increase the amount of sriracha in the sauce or add more cayenne to the salmon bites.
For a complete meal, serve with air-fried vegetables such as asparagus or bell peppers.
This recipe can also be made with chicken breast or tofu for a different protein option.
Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
Reheat leftovers in the air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes to keep them crispy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
