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If you love bold flavours but don’t have hours to cook - this one’s for you.
My Air Fryer Bang Bang Salmon Bites are a speedy, high-protein midweek dinner that packs a punch. Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and smothered in a spicy-sweet bang bang sauce - all in under 20 minutes and just 312 calories per serving. Perfect with fluffy white rice for a meal that feels indulgent without the guilt.
Why you'll love this recipe
22.5 g protein per serving — keeps you full and satisfied
Only 312 calories per serving (without rice) — all the flavour, none of the guilt
Ready in under 20 minutes — fast enough for a midweek dinner
Air fryer = minimal washing up
Perfect for meal prep or a quick weeknight treat
This Bang Bang Salmon is everything you want in a quick dinner — spicy, saucy, and packed with protein. Whether you’re cooking for one or prepping for the week, it’s a recipe you’ll reach for again and again.
Air Fryer Bang Bang Salmon Bites
5 minutes
7 minutes
2
Air-Fryer
Indian
Delicious Bang Bang Salmon Bites Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 salmon fillets
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp cajun seasoning
- Bang Bang sauce:
- 80g lighter mayo
- 40g sriracha sauce
- 40g sweet chilli sauce
- Garnish: (optional)
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
- 1 red chilli thinly sliced
- 1 spring onion sliced
- 1 packet microwave sticky rice or 150g dry white rice
Instructions
- Pat your salmon dry, then slice into cubes.
- Make the bang bang sauce by adding all the bang bang sauce ingredients together within a bowl.
- Add the salmon to a bowl with the cajun and paprika seasoning and 1 tsp of the bang bang sauce then set aside.
- Place the salmon in the air fryer for 7 minutes at 180c.
- Remove, and drizzle over the delicious bang bang sauce, sesame seeds, red chilli and spring onions. Serve with fluffy white rice and tuck in, enjoy!
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CALORIES | 312
AIR FRYER BANG BANG SALMON BITES UNDER 350 CALORIES PER SERVING (312 CALORIES).
PROTEIN | 22.5G
AIR FRYER BANG BANG SALMON BITES OVER 20G OF PROTEIN PER SERVING (22,5G CALORIES).
This Bang Bang Salmon is everything you want in a quick dinner — spicy, saucy, and packed with protein. Whether you’re cooking for one or prepping for the week, it’s a recipe you’ll reach for again and again.
Why choose this Bang Bang Salmon Recipe?
HIGH PROTEIN RECIPE
EASY TO COOK IN THE AIR FRYER
THE PERFECT LIGHT BITE AND QUICK DINNER
UNDER 400 CALORIES
Swaps & Upgrades
Lighter option: Use less mayo or swap for a yoghurt-based sauce.
Extra heat: Add a few more dashes of sriracha or a pinch of chilli flakes.
Veg boost: Serve with stir-fried veg or add edamame to your rice.
Meal prep tip: Keeps well in the fridge for 2–3 days — drizzle over extra sauce before serving.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make bang bang sauce healthier?
Yes! Swap the mayo for light mayo or Greek yoghurt, and adjust the sriracha or sweet chilli sauce to taste — still packed with flavour but lower in calories.
What can I serve with Bang Bang Salmon Bites?
Fluffy white rice, brown rice, or cauliflower rice are perfect. Add stir-fried vegetables or a simple salad for extra nutrients.
Can I use frozen salmon for this recipe?
Definitely! Just thaw the salmon first, pat dry, and follow the recipe - cooking times remain roughly the same.
How spicy is Bang Bang Salmon?
It has a mild to medium kick from the sriracha and sweet chilli sauce, but you can dial it up or down depending on your taste.
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