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Air Fryer Salmon Bites with Bang Bang Sauce

A stack of crispy, golden-orange Air Fryer Salmon Bites sprinkled with herbs on a white plate.
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Make crispy, moist salmon bites in your air fryer and coat them with a simple, spicy Bang Bang sauce. This recipe is quick enough for a weeknight meal or a simple appetizer.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lb salmon fillet, skin removed and cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • For the Bang Bang Sauce:
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha (adjust to your spice preference)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Prepare the salmon: Pat the salmon cubes dry with paper towels. Place them in a medium bowl.
  2. Season the salmon: Drizzle the olive oil over the salmon. Sprinkle with smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss gently until all pieces are evenly coated.
  3. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes.
  4. Arrange the salmon bites in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Do not overcrowd; cook in batches if necessary to maintain crispiness.
  5. Air fry for 8 to 10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until the salmon is cooked through and slightly crispy on the edges.
  6. Prepare the sauce: While the salmon cooks, whisk together the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and lemon juice in a small bowl until smooth.
  7. Remove the cooked salmon bites from the air fryer. Place them in a clean bowl.
  8. Pour about half of the Bang Bang sauce over the hot salmon bites and toss gently to coat. Serve immediately with the remaining sauce on the side for dipping.

Notes

  • For extra crispy bites, you can lightly dust the seasoned salmon with 1 teaspoon of cornstarch before air frying.
  • If you prefer a milder sauce, reduce the amount of sriracha or omit it entirely.
  • Serve these bites over steamed rice or a bed of mixed greens for a complete dinner.

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