Cajun Bang Bang Salmon Bites
Crispy and flavorful Cajun Bang Bang Salmon Bites are easy to make and perfect as an appetizer or main course. Salmon cubes coated in Cajun spices, cooked until golden, and drizzled with a creamy, sweet, and spicy Bang Bang sauce.
Ingredients
- 1 pound salmon skinless and boneless, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
- 1-2 teaspoons Sriracha
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- Optional: Chopped green onions sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Pat the salmon cubes completely dry with paper towels and cut into 1-inch cubes.
- In a bowl, toss the salmon cubes with Cajun seasoning until evenly coated.
- For pan-frying: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add salmon in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until cooked through.
- For air-frying: Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Place salmon in the air fryer basket in a single layer and cook for 5-7 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- While salmon is cooking, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, and rice vinegar in a small bowl to make the Bang Bang sauce.
- Transfer cooked salmon to a plate and drizzle with Bang Bang sauce. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds if desired.