Crispy Bang Bang Salmon Bites
Tender salmon pieces fried to crispy perfection and tossed in a creamy, spicy bang bang sauce. A bold, flavorful appetizer or main dish that’s ready in minutes.
Ingredients
- For the Salmon:
- 1 ½ lbs salmon fillets skin removed, cut into bite-sized cubes
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper optional, for extra heat
- For the Bang Bang Sauce:
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup Thai sweet chili sauce
- 1 tsp Sriracha or more for extra heat
- 2 tbsp honey
- Optional Garnish:
- Fresh parsley or cilantro chopped
- Green onions sliced
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Pat salmon dry with paper towels. Remove skin and cut into 1-inch cubes.
- In a large bowl, drizzle salmon with olive oil. Add garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and cayenne (if using). Toss to coat evenly.
- In a small bowl, whisk mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, and honey until smooth. Taste and adjust heat/sweetness. Set aside.
- Air-Fryer (Best for Crispiness):
- Preheat to 375°F.
- Spray basket lightly with oil.
- Arrange salmon in a single layer.
- Cook 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Oven (Great for Batches):
- Preheat to 400°F.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment or grease it.
- Arrange salmon in a single layer.
- Bake 10–12 minutes, broil last 1–2 minutes for crisp.
- Pan-Sear (Fastest, Extra Crisp):
- Heat non-stick skillet over medium-high with oil.
- Sear salmon in single layer, 2–3 minutes per side until browned.
- Drizzle sauce over salmon bites or toss to coat fully.
- Sprinkle with parsley, green onions, or sesame seeds.
- Serve immediately while hot and crispy!
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