Description
Bang Bang Salmon is a tantalizing dish that combines crispy salmon bites with a vibrant and creamy sauce, making it perfect for both weeknight dinners and entertaining guests. This quick recipe features the delightful flavors of Thai sweet chili sauce, sriracha, lime, and honey that create an irresistible taste sensation. With just 27 minutes from prep to plate, you can enjoy a delicious meal that’s not only flavorful but also healthy thanks to the omega-3-rich salmon. Whether served as a main course or a zesty appetizer, this dish is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ pounds salmon fillets (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)
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup Thai sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and lime juice until smooth; set aside.
- In a large bowl, toss salmon pieces with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using) until fully coated.
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Arrange salmon in a single layer in the basket and cook for 8–10 minutes or until crispy.
- Serve the cooked salmon bites drizzled with Bang Bang sauce and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 17 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 oz (85g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 530mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 70mg