Bang Bang Salmon Bowls (Printer-Friendly Version)
Savory salmon bites with bold bang bang sauce, served over rice and crisp veggies for a flavorful bowl.
# Ingredients Needed:
→ Salmon
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1 pound skinless salmon fillets, cut into 1-inch cubes
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2 teaspoons brown sugar
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon ground ginger
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½ teaspoon salt
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¼ teaspoon black pepper
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika
→ Bang Bang Sauce
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½ cup Japanese mayonnaise (Kewpie) or regular mayonnaise
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3 tablespoons Thai sweet chili sauce
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1 tablespoon honey
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1 teaspoon sriracha, adjust to taste
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1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
→ Bowls and Toppings
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3 cups cooked white jasmine or basmati rice
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1 cup sliced cucumber
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½ cup shredded red cabbage
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½ cup shredded carrots
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½ cup shelled edamame
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1 cup cooked broccoli florets
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2 sliced green onions
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1 tablespoon sesame seeds, for garnish
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Microgreens, optional garnish
# Step-by-Step Directions:
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Preheat air fryer to 400°F (204°C) if required by your model.
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In a medium bowl, combine cubed salmon with brown sugar, garlic powder, ground ginger, salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika. Toss gently until evenly coated.
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Whisk together mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, honey, sriracha, and lime juice in a separate bowl. Adjust seasoning to taste. Divide sauce into two portions, refrigerate one for serving.
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Pour half of the prepared sauce over the seasoned salmon and toss to coat each piece evenly.
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Lightly oil the air fryer basket and arrange salmon cubes in a single layer without crowding. Cook for 5 to 6 minutes, flip pieces, then cook an additional 5 to 6 minutes until cooked through and slightly caramelized. Repeat with remaining salmon.
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Start each bowl with a portion of rice. Top with cooked salmon, then add desired toppings such as cucumber, shredded carrots, red cabbage, edamame, broccoli, and green onions.
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Drizzle reserved bang bang sauce over the bowls. Garnish with sesame seeds and microgreens if desired.
# Helpful Hints:
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If air fryer space is limited, cook salmon in batches to avoid overcrowding for optimal crispness.
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Alternatively, bake seasoned salmon on a lined sheet at 400°F for 14–16 minutes, flipping halfway, then toss in bang bang sauce after baking.
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When using air fryer liners, place salmon on top after preheating to prevent liner movement or fire hazards.