Bang Bang Salmon Bites
Quick and crispy bite-sized salmon tossed in a creamy, sweet-spicy bang bang sauce, perfect for appetizers or quick dinners, ready in under 15 minutes.
Ingredients
For the Bang Bang Sauce
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise Substitute plain Greek yogurt for lighter tang
- 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce Can use sweet Thai chili or sweet chili paste
- 1 tablespoon sriracha Adjust to taste; use more for heat
- 1 tablespoon lime juice Fresh preferred for brightness
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder Or 1 clove minced fresh garlic
- to taste salt and pepper For seasoning
For the Salmon Bites
- 1 pound salmon Cut into bite-sized pieces; skin removed or left on and removed after cooking
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (193°C).
- In a medium bowl, whisk the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, lime juice, garlic powder, and a pinch each of salt and pepper until smooth.
- Reserve about half of the sauce in a small bowl for finishing. Add the salmon pieces to the larger bowl and gently toss until evenly coated.
Cooking
- Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray. Arrange the salmon in a single layer with space between pieces for proper air circulation.
- Air fry at 380°F for 8-10 minutes, checking at 8 minutes. The bites should be opaque through the center and have slightly crispy edges.
- Remove salmon to a serving plate and immediately drizzle with the reserved bang bang sauce. Serve hot.
Notes
Pat the salmon dry before coating for crisper bites. Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket; this will ensure proper cooking. If desired, for extra crunch, toss the coated salmon pieces in panko before air frying.