Description
These Crispy Bang Bang Salmon Bites are a delightful appetizer or snack featuring tender salmon cubes coated in a crispy panko crust and served with a creamy, spicy bang bang sauce. Perfectly cooked by air frying, baking, or shallow frying, these salmon bites are a crowd-pleaser with a perfect balance of heat and sweetness.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon Bites
- 1 pound salmon fillet, cut into bite-sized cubes
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
Bang Bang Sauce
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon sriracha
- 1 teaspoon honey
Instructions
- Prepare the Salmon: Cut the skinless salmon into bite-sized cubes and pat dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture, ensuring a crispy coating.
- Mix Seasonings and Egg: In a small bowl, whisk the egg until smooth. In another bowl, combine the cornstarch, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper thoroughly.
- Coat the Salmon: Dip each salmon cube first into the beaten egg, then dredge it in the seasoned cornstarch mixture, and finally coat it evenly with panko breadcrumbs to create a crispy exterior.
- Cook the Salmon Bites: Choose your preferred cooking method: Air fry at 400°F for 8–10 minutes until golden and cooked through; or bake at 425°F for 12–15 minutes; or shallow-fry in hot oil until golden and fully cooked. Cooking times may vary slightly based on your appliance.
- Make the Bang Bang Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and honey until well combined and smooth.
- Serve: Drizzle the bang bang sauce over the cooked salmon bites or serve it on the side as a dipping sauce for an extra burst of flavor.
Notes
- Ensure the salmon pieces are patted dry for better coating adherence and crispiness.
- Adjust the amount of sriracha in the sauce to control the spice level to your preference.
- Use fresh salmon fillet without skin for best texture and ease of preparation.
- For a healthier option, air frying or baking are preferred over shallow frying.
- Serve immediately for best texture and taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Crispy salmon bites, bang bang sauce, seafood appetizer, air fryer salmon, bite-sized salmon, spicy mayo sauce, easy seafood recipe
