Description
Delicious and spicy Bang Bang Salmon cooked to perfection in the air fryer, featuring a creamy, tangy sauce made from mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and garlic. This quick and easy recipe delivers a flavorful punch with tender, moist salmon filets topped with optional parsley and sesame seeds for an added crunch and visual appeal.
Ingredients
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Salmon
- 4 salmon filets, 4 oz each
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Dried parsley, for garnish (optional)
- Sesame seeds, for garnish (optional)
Sauce
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup Thai sweet chili sauce
- 1/4 cup sriracha
- 2-3 tablespoons honey
- 2-3 garlic cloves, minced
Instructions
- Season the Salmon: Season both sides of the 4 oz salmon filets evenly with salt and pepper to enhance the flavor.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, sriracha, minced garlic, and honey. Mix thoroughly until smooth. Reserve about half of this sauce for serving.
- Coat the Salmon: Liberally spread the sauce mixture on all sides of each salmon filet, ensuring an even coating for maximum flavor.
- Air Fry the Salmon: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (204°C). Place the coated salmon filets into the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 8 to 10 minutes until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and is cooked through.
- Serve and Garnish: Once cooked, spoon some of the reserved sauce on top of the salmon filets. Sprinkle dried parsley and sesame seeds over the salmon for a decorative and tasty finish. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- To make this recipe in the oven instead of an air fryer, bake at 375°F (190°C) for 12-15 minutes or until the salmon reaches your desired doneness.
- Adjust the level of spiciness by modifying the amount of sriracha used in the sauce.
- For extra crispiness, consider broiling the salmon for 1-2 minutes after baking.
- Use fresh garlic for a more vibrant flavor compared to pre-minced garlic.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon filet with sauce
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
