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Bang Bang Salmon Bites with Spicy Thai Sweet Chili Sauce Recipe

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Bang Bang Salmon is a delicious and spicy air-fried salmon dish featuring crispy salmon bites coated in a flavorful blend of garlic, smoked paprika, and cayenne, served with a creamy, tangy Bang Bang sauce made from mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and lime juice. This quick and easy recipe yields perfectly cooked salmon with a crispy exterior and a zesty sauce that adds a spicy kick, making it an ideal appetizer or main dish for seafood lovers.

  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Salmon Bites

  • 1 ½ 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, for extra heat)

Bang Bang Sauce

  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup Thai sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice

Instructions

  1. Prepare The Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, sriracha sauce, honey, and lime juice until well combined. Set aside to allow flavors to meld.
  2. Prepare The Salmon Bites: In a large bowl, combine the salmon pieces with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Toss well to evenly coat each salmon bite with the seasoning mixture.
  3. Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 3 minutes to ensure a hot cooking environment for crispy results.
  4. Cook The Salmon Bites: Arrange the salmon bites in a single layer inside the air fryer basket, avoiding overcrowding; cook in batches if necessary. Air fry the salmon for 8 to 10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through the cooking time, until the salmon is cooked through and the edges become crispy.
  5. Serve: Transfer the cooked salmon bites to a serving platter and drizzle generously with the prepared Bang Bang sauce. Serve the remaining sauce on the side for dipping, allowing guests to add more heat and creaminess as desired.

Notes

  • If you prefer a milder flavor, reduce or omit the cayenne pepper.
  • For extra crispiness, avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket and cook salmon bites in batches.
  • The Bang Bang sauce can be adjusted to taste – add more sriracha for heat or more honey for sweetness.
  • Leftover sauce can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
  • Ensure salmon is cooked to an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) for safe consumption.
  • Author: Monica
  • Prep Time: 7 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://monicarecipes.com/bang-bang-salmon-bites-with-spicy-thai-sweet-chili-sauce-recipe/