Crispy Bang Bang Salmon Bites
A reliable homemade crispy bang bang salmon bites recipe inspired by a highly saved Pinterest favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Asian-American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 pounds skinless salmon fillet, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Cooking spray
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon sriracha
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
- Sliced scallions and sesame seeds, to serve
Instructions
- Season: Pat salmon dry, then toss with soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Crumb: Press each piece lightly into panko and mist all sides with cooking spray.
- Air fry: Cook at 400°F in one layer for 7 to 9 minutes, turning once, until crisp and 145°F inside.
- Mix sauce: Whisk mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and lime juice.
- Finish: Drizzle the warm salmon with sauce and garnish with scallions and sesame seeds.
Notes
Store leftovers promptly in a covered container. Images are AI-generated illustrations; recipe not kitchen-tested.