Quick Air Fryer Bang Bang Salmon (Print version)
Tender salmon bites air fried until crisp at the edges, then drizzled with creamy sweet-spicy bang bang sauce.
# Ingredients:
For the salmon
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1 1/2 lb (680 g) skinless salmon fillets, cut into 1-inch pieces
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika
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1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional
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Cooking spray for the air fryer basket
For the bang bang sauce
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1/2 cup (120 g) mayonnaise
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1/4 cup (70 g) Thai sweet chili sauce
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1 tablespoon sriracha, plus more to taste
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1 tablespoon honey
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1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
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2 green onions, thinly sliced
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Lime wedges, for serving
# Instructions:
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Whisk mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and lime juice in a small bowl until smooth. Set aside in the refrigerator while you cook the salmon.
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Pat the salmon dry. Toss it gently with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne if using.
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Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3 minutes. Lightly coat the basket with cooking spray.
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Arrange salmon pieces in a single layer with a little space between them. Air fry for 7-9 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until the edges are browned and the thickest piece reaches 145°F.
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Transfer the salmon to a platter or bowls. Drizzle with bang bang sauce, sprinkle with green onions, and serve with lime wedges and extra sauce on the side.
# Good to know:
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Best served right after air frying while the edges are still crisp.
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Cook in batches if your air fryer basket is small.
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Sauce can be made up to 3 days ahead and refrigerated.