Description
Air Fryer Bang Bang Salmon Bites are a delightful fusion of crispy salmon and a creamy, spicy bang bang sauce that will elevate your dining experience. With just 10 minutes of prep time, these bites are perfect for gatherings, as appetizers, or even as a quick weeknight dinner. The homemade bang bang sauce brings a sweet and spicy flavor that complements the rich taste of salmon. Whether served on their own or with a fresh salad, these bites are sure to impress anyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ pounds salmon (4 filets, cut into 1-inch bites)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup Thai sweet chili sauce
- 2 teaspoons Sriracha (or to taste)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- Chives for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 390°F.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, kosher salt, and black pepper. Toss salmon bites in the seasoning mixture until well-coated.
- In another bowl, mix mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, and honey until smooth.
- Reserve half of the bang bang sauce for drizzling later. Toss the salmon bites in the remaining sauce until fully coated.
- Place salmon bites in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook for about 4-5 minutes per side until they reach an internal temperature of 140-145°F.
- Serve drizzled with reserved sauce and garnished with chives.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Ensure not to overcrowd the air fryer for even cooking. Adjust Sriracha levels based on your heat preference. Fresh salmon yields better results than frozen.