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Bang Bang Salmon

Crispy Bang Bang Salmon Bites for Easy Weeknight Dinners

These Bang Bang Salmon Bites offer a crispy texture with a sweet and spicy glaze, perfect for quick weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 bites
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon Bites
  • 1 pound Salmon Fillets Fresh, skinless, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Avocado oil is a good substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Feel free to use fresh garlic for stronger flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Can be omitted if preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Regular paprika can work in a pinch
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to your taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Optional for milder flavors
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Skip for a milder version
For the Bang Bang Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Swap with Greek yogurt for a healthier option
  • 1/4 cup Thai Sweet Chili Sauce Adjust according to taste
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha Sauce Can be replaced with sambal oelek
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Maple syrup for vegan alternative
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice Fresh lemon juice can serve as substitute

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Method
 

Steps
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, honey, and lime juice until smooth and well combined. Set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, combine salmon pieces with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper, tossing until thoroughly coated.
  3. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 3 minutes.
  4. Carefully place seasoned salmon in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Avoid overcrowding.
  5. Air fry the salmon for 8-10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
  6. Transfer to a platter and drizzle with Bang Bang sauce. Serve with remaining sauce on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 4bitesCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure salmon is cut into uniform pieces for even cooking. Avoid overcrowding the air fryer for best results.

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