Crispy Bang Bang Salmon Bites Recipe
Crispy Bang Bang Salmon Bites are a delicious appetizer featuring tender salmon cubes coated in a seasoned cornstarch and panko breadcrumb crust. They are perfectly fried, baked, or air-fried until golden and crispy, then drizzled with a sweet, spicy, and creamy bang bang sauce made from mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and honey. This recipe offers versatile cooking methods and a mouthwatering combination of flavors that are perfect for sharing or enjoying as a snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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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 them dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture, which helps achieve a crispy coating.
- Mix Seasonings: In a small bowl, whisk the egg until smooth. In another bowl, combine cornstarch, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper to create the coating mixture.
- Coat the Salmon: Dip each salmon piece first into the whisked egg, then dredge it in the cornstarch seasoning mixture, and finally coat evenly with panko breadcrumbs.
- Cook the Salmon Bites: Choose your preferred cooking method:
- Air Fry: Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (204°C) and cook the salmon bites for 8 to 10 minutes until golden and cooked through.
- Bake: Preheat the oven to 425°F (218°C) and bake the coated salmon bites for 12 to 15 minutes until crispy and fully cooked.
- Shallow Fry: Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat and fry the salmon bites until golden brown and cooked inside, about 3-4 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
- Prepare the Bang Bang Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and honey until smooth and well combined.
- Serve: Drizzle the bang bang sauce over the hot salmon bites or serve it on the side for dipping. Enjoy immediately for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Ensure salmon pieces are patted dry to help the coating adhere better and become crispy.
- Use fresh salmon fillet without skin for easy cutting and cooking.
- Adjust the amount of sriracha in the sauce to control the spiciness level.
- For an even crispier texture, double-dip the salmon pieces in egg and cornstarch mixture before coating with panko.
- When shallow-frying, maintain medium heat to avoid burning the coating while ensuring the salmon cooks through.
- Serve the bites immediately for best crispiness; leftovers can be reheated in an air fryer or oven to regain crispness.
Keywords: Bang Bang Salmon, Crispy Salmon Bites, Salmon Appetizer, Air Fryer Salmon, Spicy Salmon Bites, Seafood Snack
