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Air Fryer Bang Bang Salmon: Crispy, Spicy, and Flavor-Packed

Air Fryer Bang Bang Salmon is a quick and crave-worthy dish featuring crispy, seasoned salmon bites paired with a creamy, tangy-spicy bang bang sauce. It’s perfect as a protein-packed meal or appetizer that delivers restaurant-quality flavor in under 30 minutes.

  • Total Time: 17 minutes

Ingredients

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For the Salmon

  • 1 lb skinless salmon filets, cut into 1-inch cubes

  • 1 tablespoon sweet paprika

  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar

  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • 1 teaspoon black pepper

  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Bang Bang Sauce

  • 1/2 cup light mayonnaise

  • 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce

  • 1.5 teaspoons honey

  • 1.5 teaspoons lemon juice

  • 1 teaspoon sriracha (or more for extra spice)

  • 1 tablespoon water (adjust for desired consistency)

Instructions

  1. In a bowl or mason jar, mix or shake together all sauce ingredients until well combined. Adjust water for desired consistency. Refrigerate until ready to use.

  2. Preheat air fryer to 400°F. Mix paprika, brown sugar, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes in a small bowl.

  3. Pat salmon dry with paper towels. Add to a bowl, spray with cooking spray, and toss with seasoning until evenly coated.

  4. Spray air fryer basket and arrange salmon bites in a single layer. Cook for 5–7 minutes, flipping halfway through, until salmon is cooked through and golden on the edges.

  • Author: Paula
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 7 minutes
  • Category: Main Course / Appetizer
  • Cuisine: American / Asian Fusion

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 310 per serving
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