Bang Bang Salmon Bites Recipe: From Simple to Sensational!

Ingredients

• 1.5 lb Salmon Fillet (Skin removed, cut into 1‑inch cubes)
• 2 tbsp Garlic‑Infused Olive Oil (For coating the salmon before seasoning)
• 1 tsp Smoked Paprika (Adds smoky depth)
• 1 tsp Garlic Powder (Seasoning)
• 0.5 tsp Kosher Salt (Coarse, for seasoning)
• 0.25 tsp Black Pepper (Freshly ground)
• Pinch Cayenne Pepper (Optional, for extra heat)
• 1 spray Avocado Oil Spray (To lightly coat the air‑fryer basket)
• 1 cup Mayonnaise (Full‑fat, for the Bang Bang sauce)
• 0.5 cup Sweet Chili Sauce (Store‑bought Asian sweet chili sauce)
• 1 tbsp Sriracha (Spicy chili garlic sauce)
• 2 tbsp Honey (Liquid, softened; adds sweetness)
• 1 tsp Lemon Juice (Optional, brightens the sauce)

Instructions

1. Stabilize Cutting Surface

   Place a damp dish towel under the cutting board to keep it from sliding while you work.

   Time: PT1M

2. Remove Salmon Skin

   Using a flexible fillet knife, slide the blade between the flesh and the skin, holding the skin with your fingers, and gently cut away the skin in one piece.

   Time: PT2M

3. Pat Salmon Dry

   Blot the salmon pieces with paper towels until no surface moisture remains.

   Time: PT1M

4. Cube the Salmon

   Cut the fillet into uniform 1‑inch cubes; you should get about three cubes per inch of thickness.

   Time: PT3M

5. Season the Cubes

   Place the salmon cubes in a bowl, drizzle with garlic‑infused olive oil, then sprinkle smoked paprika, garlic powder, kosher salt, black pepper, and a pinch of cayenne. Toss gently until every piece is evenly coated.

   Time: PT3M

6. Preheat Air Fryer

   Set the air fryer to 375°F and let it preheat for 5 minutes.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 375°F

7. Prepare Basket

   Lightly spray the air‑fryer basket with avocado oil spray to prevent sticking.

   Time: PT1M

8. Arrange Salmon Cubes

   Place the seasoned cubes in a single layer, leaving a small gap between each piece so air can circulate.

   Time: PT2M

9. Air Fry

   Cook at 375°F for 8 minutes total, flipping the cubes halfway through (after 4 minutes).

   Time: PT8M

   Temperature: 375°F

10. Make Bang Bang Sauce

    While the salmon cooks, combine mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, a pinch of salt, and a pinch of cayenne in a mixing bowl. Whisk until smooth.

    Time: PT5M

11. Coat Salmon with Sauce

    When the salmon is done, transfer the hot cubes to a serving bowl and drizzle the Bang Bang sauce over them, tossing gently to coat.

    Time: PT2M

12. Serve

    Arrange the sauced salmon bites on a platter, garnish with an extra pinch of cayenne if desired, and insert toothpicks for easy eating.

    Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

320

Protein

22 g

Carbohydrates

12 g

Fat

20 g

Fiber

0 g