Description
Bang Bang Salmon is a delicious recipe featuring crispy air-fried salmon bites coated in a flavorful Bang Bang sauce. This dish is perfect for a quick and easy dinner that packs a punch of flavor.
Ingredients
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Salmon Bites:
- 1 1/2 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
- 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 sauce, honey, and lime juice until well combined. Set aside.
- Coat the Salmon Bites: In a large bowl, combine salmon bites with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Toss until evenly coated.
- Air Fry the Salmon: Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Cook salmon bites in a single layer for 8-10 minutes, shaking halfway through, until crispy.
- Serve: Transfer cooked salmon to a serving platter, drizzle with Bang Bang sauce, and serve with extra sauce on the side.
Notes
- Use fresh, skinless salmon fillets for even cooking.
- Adjust sriracha in the sauce for desired heat.
- Cook salmon bites in a single layer to maintain crispiness.
- Drizzle sauce just before serving to preserve crispiness.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Freeze cooked salmon bites for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: approx. 380 kcal
- Sugar: approx. 8g
- Sodium: approx. 600mg
- Fat: approx. 25g
- Saturated Fat: approx. 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: approx. 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: approx. 10g
- Fiber: approx. 1g
- Protein: approx. 30g
- Cholesterol: approx. 80mg
