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Air Fryer Bang Bang Salmon Bowls

A close-up of a white bowl filled with Bang Bang Salmon Bowls, featuring crispy salmon pieces over rice and slaw, drizzled with white sauce.
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Make crispy air fryer salmon bites coated in a sweet and spicy sauce served over rice with fresh vegetables for an easy weeknight dinner or meal prep lunch.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lb salmon fillet, skin removed, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt for a lighter swap)
  • 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha (adjust to your spice preference)
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 4 cups cooked white or brown rice
  • 2 cups shredded red cabbage
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1/2 cup sliced green onions, for garnish
  • 1/4 cup sesame seeds, for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, toss the salmon cubes with olive oil, salt, and pepper until lightly coated.
  2. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Place the seasoned salmon in the air fryer basket in a single layer, working in batches if necessary.
  3. Air fry the salmon for 8 to 10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until the salmon is cooked through and crispy.
  4. While the salmon cooks, prepare the bang bang sauce. In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and garlic powder until smooth.
  5. In a large bowl, gently toss the hot, crispy salmon bites with about half of the bang bang sauce until coated. Add more sauce as desired.
  6. Assemble your salmon rice bowls. Divide the cooked rice among four bowls. Top the rice with shredded red cabbage and carrots.
  7. Place the sauced bang bang salmon over the vegetables. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • For oven baking, spread the salmon on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake at 425°F (220°C) for 12 to 15 minutes.
  • To make this a low-fat option, substitute the mayonnaise in the sauce with plain, non-fat Greek yogurt.
  • This recipe is excellent for meal prep lunches; store the sauce separately and toss just before eating to maintain crispness.

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