Description
Bang Bang Salmon is a deliciously crispy dish that combines seasoned salmon bites with a creamy, spicy sauce. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or as an impressive appetizer at gatherings. With just a few minutes of prep and cooking time, you can enjoy a flavorful meal that’s sure to please everyone at the table. The unique blend of Thai sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and lime creates a bold flavor profile that makes each bite unforgettable. Whether served over rice, in tacos, or as a standalone appetizer, Bang Bang Salmon is versatile and easy to customize to your taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ 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
- Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and lime juice until smooth. Set aside.
- Season the Salmon: In a large bowl, combine salmon pieces with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using). Toss until well coated.
- Air Fry the Salmon: Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Place salmon bites in a single layer in the basket and cook for 8–10 minutes, shaking halfway through.
- Serve: Transfer salmon bites to a platter and drizzle with Bang Bang sauce or serve on the side for dipping.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz (113g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg