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Bang Bang Salmon Bites

Bang Bang Salmon Bites

Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, these Bang Bang Salmon Bites are coated in a sweet and spicy creamy sauce that packs bold flavor in every bite. Perfect as a main course or an appetizer, they’re ready in under 30 minutes and absolutely crave-worthy.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound salmon fillet, skinless and boneless, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • Cooking oil, for frying or air frying
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha
  • 1 teaspoon honey or sugar
  • Chopped chives or green onions, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F, air fryer to 390°F, or heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. In a bowl, toss salmon cubes with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Dredge each piece in cornstarch, coating thoroughly.
  4. Place salmon in the oven, air fryer, or skillet and cook until golden and crisp. Bake for 15 minutes flipping halfway, air fry for 10–12 minutes, or pan fry 2–3 minutes per side.
  5. In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and honey.
  6. Toss cooked salmon bites in the sauce until well coated.
  7. Garnish with chopped chives and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Dry salmon well before coating for maximum crispiness.
  • Adjust sriracha to make it more or less spicy.
  • Serve over rice, in tacos, or with salad for a full meal.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge and reheat in air fryer for best texture.
  • Author: Monica
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Fry or Air Fry
  • Cuisine: Asian-American
  • Diet: Halal

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 340
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 420mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 14g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg

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