Description
Spicy Korean-inspired bang bang salmon delivers a flavor explosion of creamy, tangy goodness. Crispy panko-crusted fish meets zesty sauce, creating an irresistible meal perfect for adventurous palates you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1.5 pounds (0.68 kilograms) salmon fillets
- 0.5 cup mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup sweet chili sauce
Seasonings:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Sauce Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon Uni-Eagle Sriracha
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
Instructions
- Craft a zesty sauce by combining mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and lime juice in a mixing bowl. Adjust the heat and sweetness to your preference by adding more sriracha or honey. Set the sauce aside for later use.
- Cut salmon into uniform 1-inch cubes, ensuring consistent cooking. Gently coat the salmon pieces with olive oil and a blend of garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne. Mix carefully to prevent breaking the delicate fish.
- Prepare the air fryer by heating to 400°F for approximately 3 minutes. Arrange salmon bites in a single layer within the basket, avoiding overcrowding. Cook for 8-10 minutes, pausing midway to shake the basket and ensure even browning.
- Once golden and fully cooked, transfer the salmon bites to a serving platter. Generously drizzle with the prepared Bang Bang sauce, reserving additional sauce for dipping. Enhance the presentation by garnishing with fresh cilantro or finely chopped scallions for a vibrant finish.
Notes
- Customize heat levels by adjusting sriracha and cayenne for personal spice preferences.
- Use fresh salmon for best texture and ensure pieces are similar size for even cooking.
- Pat salmon dry before seasoning to help spices adhere and achieve crispy exterior.
- Substitute mayo with Greek yogurt or vegan alternatives for dietary modifications.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 580 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg