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Are you ready to take your seafood game to an entirely new level? Look no further than the Air Fryer Bang Bang Salmon Bites! This dish is a delicious twist on traditional salmon preparations, offering an explosion of flavor in every bite. The combination of crispy salmon, a creamy yet spicy sauce, and the ease of cooking in an air fryer makes this recipe a must-try for seafood lovers and novices alike.

Air Fryer Bang Bang Salmon Bites

Elevate your seafood experience with this irresistible Air Fryer Bang Bang Salmon Bites recipe! Enjoy crispy salmon coated in panko breadcrumbs, drizzled with a creamy, spicy Bang Bang sauce. Perfect for quick dinners or impressing guests, these bites are not only delicious but also healthier thanks to air frying. Ready to create a flavor explosion? Click through to explore the full recipe and make these mouthwatering bites today!
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Ingredients
  

1 lb fresh salmon fillet, skin removed and cut into bite-sized pieces

1/2 cup breadcrumbs (panko preferred for extra crunch)

1/4 cup all-purpose flour

1 large egg, beaten

1 tablespoon olive oil

Salt and pepper to taste

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon smoked paprika

1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)

For the Bang Bang Sauce:

1/4 cup mayonnaise

2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce

1 tablespoon sriracha (or more for extra heat)

1 teaspoon lime juice

Chopped green onions for garnish

Instructions
 

Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.

    In a shallow bowl, combine the flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper. Mix well.

      In another bowl, beat the egg.

        In a third bowl, place the breadcrumbs.

          Dredge each piece of salmon in the flour mixture, shaking off the excess.

            Dip the floured salmon into the egg, ensuring it's fully coated.

              Roll the salmon piece in the breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere. Repeat for all salmon pieces.

                Drizzle the olive oil over the coated salmon bites and toss to lightly coat.

                  Place the salmon bites in a single layer in the air fryer basket, making sure they are not overlapping.

                    Air fry for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown and crispy, shaking the basket halfway through cooking for even crispness.

                      While the salmon bites are cooking, prepare the Bang Bang sauce by combining mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and lime juice in a small bowl. Mix until smooth.

                        Once cooked, remove the salmon bites from the air fryer and serve warm with the Bang Bang sauce drizzled on top or on the side for dipping.

                          Garnish with chopped green onions for a fresh touch.

                            Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes | Servings: 4

                              - Presentation Tips: Serve the Bang Bang Salmon Bites on a decorative platter, with the sauce in a small bowl at the center and line the plate with lime wedges for a vibrant touch.