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A close-up of a delicious salmon rice bowl topped with a fried egg, fresh greens, scallions, and red chili flakes.

Crispy Air Fryer Salmon Bowls with Sriracha Mayo

Enjoy perfectly crispy air-fried salmon bites served over fluffy rice with vibrant veggies and a creamy, spicy sriracha mayo. This healthy and satisfying bowl is quick to prepare for a weeknight dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Asian-Inspired
Calories: 650

Ingredients
  

For the Crispy Salmon
  • 2 6 oz each Salmon fillets skin removed, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp Garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp Onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp Paprika
  • 1/4 tsp Salt
  • 1/8 tsp Black pepper
For the Rice
  • 1 cup Jasmine rice uncooked
  • 1.5 cups Water
For the Sriracha Mayo
  • 1/4 cup Mayonnaise
  • 1-2 tbsp Sriracha adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp Lime juice fresh
  • 1/2 tsp Honey or maple syrup optional, for balance
For the Bowl Assembly
  • 1/2 small Cucumber diced
  • 1/2 cup Edamame shelled, cooked
  • 1/2 ripe Avocado diced
  • 1 tbsp Green onions chopped, for garnish
  • 1 tsp Sesame seeds for garnish

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Medium saucepan
  • Small Bowl
  • Cutting Board
  • Sharp Knife
  • Medium Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Prepare the Base
  1. Rinse jasmine rice thoroughly under cold water. Combine rice and water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-18 minutes, or until all water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
Cook the Salmon
  1. While rice is cooking, pat salmon cubes very dry with paper towels. In a medium bowl, toss salmon cubes with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
  2. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3-5 minutes. Arrange salmon in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring not to overcrowd (cook in batches if necessary). Air fry for 8-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until salmon is cooked through and crispy on the edges.
Make the Sauce & Assemble
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sriracha, fresh lime juice, and optional honey/maple syrup until smooth. Taste and adjust sriracha to your preferred spice level.
  2. Divide the cooked jasmine rice between two serving bowls. Arrange the crispy air-fried salmon over the rice. Add diced cucumber, cooked edamame, and diced avocado to each bowl.
  3. Drizzle generously with the prepared sriracha mayo. Garnish with chopped green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds. Serve immediately and enjoy your crispy salmon bowls!

Notes

For extra crispiness, ensure salmon is patted very dry before seasoning. Feel free to customize your bowls with other veggies like shredded carrots, bell peppers, or kimchi. Leftover salmon and rice can be stored separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat salmon gently in the air fryer for best texture.