Description
Experience the delightful flavors of Bang Bang Salmon—a dish that perfectly marries crispy salmon bites with a creamy, tangy sauce. This recipe is not only quick and easy to prepare, taking just 27 minutes, but it also boasts bold flavors from the sweet chili and sriracha that will tantalize your taste buds. Ideal for busy weeknight dinners or entertaining guests, this air fryer-friendly dish offers a healthy option rich in omega-3 fatty acids. Serve it as a main course or an appetizer, and watch it disappear from the table.
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)
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup Thai sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and lime juice to make the Bang Bang sauce. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, mix salmon pieces with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and optional cayenne pepper until evenly coated.
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Cook salmon bites in a single layer for 8–10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
- Serve hot on a platter drizzled with Bang Bang sauce and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz (113g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 70mg