Ingredients
– 1 ½ pounds salmon (skin removed, cut into 1-inch pieces)
– 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon kosher salt
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– 1 cup mayonnaise
– ½ cup Thai sweet chili sauce
– 2 teaspoons Sriracha (adjustable for heat)
– 2 tablespoons honey
– Chives (garnish)
Instructions
1-Before you start: quick setup* Choose your cooking method: air fryer or oven.* Cut salmon into 1-inch pieces for even cooking.* Mix the sauce ingredients in one bowl so everything stays fast and organized.
2-First Step: Preheat your air fryer to 390°F. This helps the salmon bites cook quickly and keeps the outside from getting soggy.
3-Second Step: Toss the salmon pieces with 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper. Make sure every cube gets a light coating.
4-Third Step: Mix the Bang Bang Sauce: combine 1 cup mayonnaise, ½ cup Thai sweet chili sauce, 2 teaspoons Sriracha (adjustable for heat), and 2 tablespoons honey. Stir until smooth.
5-Fourth Step: Reserve half of the sauce for drizzling later. Coat the salmon with the remaining half, so it’s sauced but not swimming.
6-Final Step: Air fry in batches (avoid overcrowding) for 4-5 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 140-145°F. Drizzle the reserved sauce on top and garnish with chives before serving.
7-First Step: Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
8-Second Step: Season the salmon bites using the same mix: 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper. Keep the pieces in even-sized cubes for consistent results.
9-Third Step: Place the seasoned salmon bites on the lined sheet, but do not add sauce yet. Leave space so steam can escape and you get better texture.
10-Fourth Step: Bake for 16 minutes, flipping halfway, until the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
11-Final Step: Toss with the Bang Bang Sauce after baking, then garnish with chives. Serve right away for best bite and flavor.
Last Step:
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🔥 Fully preheat air fryer for maximum crispiness on salmon edges.
👥 Cook in single layer batches; don’t overcrowd for even cooking.
🌶️ Taste sauce first and adjust Sriracha for your preferred spice level.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Fried
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 oz
- Calories: 821 kcal
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 65g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 55g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
