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Air Fryer Bang Bang Salmon Bites

Crispy air fryer salmon bites tossed in a creamy sweet and spicy bang bang sauce for a fast and flavor-packed dinner ready in just 20 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Asian-Inspired
Calories: 390
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salmon
  • 1.5 lb fresh salmon fillets skin removed
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 0.5 tsp onion powder
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
Bang Bang Sauce
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise
  • 0.25 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 2 tbsp sriracha
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
Garnish
  • 2 tbsp green onions chopped
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds
  • 1 tbsp fresh cilantro optional

Equipment

  • Air fryer
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Knife and cutting board

Method
 

  1. Preheat air fryer to 390°F (200°C) for 3 minutes.
  2. Pat salmon dry and cut into bite-sized cubes.
  3. Toss salmon with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Arrange salmon in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
  5. Air fry for 7–9 minutes, shaking halfway through, until cooked through and lightly golden.
  6. Whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and lime juice to make the bang bang sauce.
  7. Transfer cooked salmon to a bowl and drizzle with bang bang sauce.
  8. Toss gently to coat and garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, and cilantro before serving.

Notes

For best crispiness, keep the sauce separate until after air frying and avoid overcrowding the basket.