Air Fryer Bang Bang Salmon Bites (Easy Recipe)
These Air Fryer Bang Bang Salmon Bites are the perfect snacks or appetizers! Juicy salmon fillets cooked until golden brown and crispy in the air fryer, and they’re finished with a generous drizzle of creamy, sweet-and-spicy homemade bang bang sauce.
This air fryer salmon has simple ingredients you likely already have on hand. It’s easy to make at home and pairs perfectly with white rice for a satisfying meal. Make this recipe when you’re craving something bold, quick, and restaurant-worthy without the hassle!
If you like air fryer recipes, then you need to check out my Air Fryer Teriyaki Chicken, Air Fryer Crispy Pork Belly, and Air Fryer Crab Rangoon.
What Is Bang Bang Salmon Bites
Air Fryer Bang Bang Salmon Bites is a fast, flavorful meal made with whole salmon cooked until golden and crispy. Each piece is coated in a creamy, sweet, and mildly spicy bang bang sauce! The air fryer cooks the fish evenly in a single layer, keeping the inside tender with a crispy texture. It’s a simple, delicious twist on traditional salmon dishes.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- It’s a healthy, high-protein meal that’s also rich in omega-3s.
- Perfect for seafood lovers looking for a flavorful, no-fuss dinner.
- Ready in just 20–30 minutes with simple ingredients and minimal cleanup.
What to Serve with Bang Bang Salmon Bites
The best foods to serve with Air Fryer Bang Bang Salmon are garlic shrimp fried rice or plain white rice for simple, flavorful rice options. For vegetables, ginger garlic bok choy adds a light and refreshing contrast. If you’re craving something more filling, pair it with wonton noodle soup or egg drop soup!
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Air Fryer Bang Bang Salmon Bites (Easy Recipe)
Ingredients
Air Fryer Salmon Bites
- 1 ½ lb salmon , cut into cubes or big chunks
- 2 tbsp avocado oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Bang Bang Sauce
- ½ cup Kewpie Mayo
- 2 tsp sriracha
- 1 tsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp light soy sauce
- 2 tbsp sweet chili sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400℉.
- In a bowl, combine salmon chunks, oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until salmon bites are evenly coated.
- Place salmon in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Air fry for 8-10 minutes, flipping them halfway, until the salmon is golden brown and crispy. (Different air fryer may have different temperature and cooking time).
- While the salmon is cooking, prepare the bang bang sauce. In a small bowl, combine Kewpie mayo, sriracha, rice vinegar, light soy sauce, and sweet chili sauce. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Drizzle bang bang sauce over the cooked salmon bites, or you can dip salmon into the sauce.
- Garnish with chopped green onion and white sesame seeds. Serve hot and enjoy!
Have made these salmon bang bang bites 3 times now. So simple and so tasty. Excellent for a quick homemade side dish. They go so well with our home made poke bowls. Thank you ⭐️
Yayy so happy that hear that! Thanks for trying the recipe 🙂