Asian Salmon Skewers with Spicy Yogurt Sauce

These Asian Salmon Skewers with Sriracha Spicy Yogurt Sauce are a tasty 20-minute meal with 40 grams of protein and loads of savory flavor.  Cooked in the air-fryer, grill, or oven, this simple dinner is served with a delightful 4-ingredient Siracha Spicy Yogurt Sauce that will have everyone asking for seconds.

Serve it with Teriyaki Brussels Sprouts, Asian Broccoli, or Asian Green Beans.

Asian Salmon Skewers with Spicy Yogurt Sauce

These Asian Salmon Skewers with Spicy Yogurt Sauce are exactly what you've been looking for in a new dinner idea.  This simple dinner with Asian flavors features salmon and teriyaki sauce, plus a simple Spicy Yogurt Sauce with sriracha and lime. The tender, flaky salmon pairs perfectly with the spicy sauce and melts right in your mouth.  If you are looking for new salmon recipes, you have to try this.

I cooked these in the air fryer, but you can easily bake or grill them too!  The skewers or kabobs elevate the dish and make it fun for kids and adults. This entire recipe looks fancy, but it is made entirely with 7 ingredients, including the sauce!  It is effortless and so flavorful.

The healthy salmon makes a perfect healthy meal too, with this dish coming in at just 315 calories with over 40 grams of protein!

If you love Teriyaki Salmon, also try my Shortcut Teriyaki Salmon Bowls.

Why You'll Love Asian Salmon Skewers with Spicy Yogurt Sauce ...

• Asian Salmon Skwers are a healthy, weeknight meal made in just 20 minutes with only 7 ingredients.
• This healthy dinner is a great source of omega-3 fatty acids!
• It tastes amazing thanks to your favorite teriyaki sauce and the spicy yogurt sauce with sriracha.
• It's so simple to make and fun for kids to eat!

Ingredients:

Here's an overview of what you'll need to make this Asian Salmon Skewers with Spicy Yogurt Sauce , but keep scrolling for the full recipe amounts.

For the Asian Salmon Skewers:

• Salmon: I like to use Atlantic Salmon for this because it holds up well in an air fryer and is generally thick enough to make nice cubes for the skewers.  To prepare the bites, cut them into 1-inch bites and remove any skin.  You can use fresh or frozen salmon, depending on what is available to you.  If using frozen salmon, be sure to thaw it out completely in the fridge before starting.
• Teriyaki Sauce: Since this is a fast weeknight dinner, I like to streamline the marinade sauce in this Asian Salmon by using prepared teriyaki sauce.  You can use your favorite traditional type, or they do offer lower sugar ones like this one, or this one.  You can also look for a gluten-free soy sauce.
• Salt & Pepper
• Garnish: Sesame Seeds & Green Onions/ scallions
• Wooden Skewers:  You'll need wooden skewers to assemble the skewers or kabobs.  I like these because they aren't too long.  You will need to soak them in water for at least 30 minutes to keep them from burning.

For the Spicy Yogurt Sauce:

• Plain Greek Yogurt: This recipe needs plain Greek yogurt.  You can use full-fat or low-fat depending on your diet.  This is a substitute for mayo or mayonnaise, which is in the sauce.
• Sriracha Sauce: I touch of sriracha adds tons of flavor to this!  You can substitute your favorite hot sauce. For more spice, add more.  This has just the right kick!
• Lime Juice: I like to balance out the flavors with lime.
• Garlic Powder: Garlic adds to the richness of the sauce.  Garlic powder is great because it evenly distributes he garlic flavor in the sauce.
• Salt
• Optional: You can make this sweeter by adding a touch of honey or maple syrup for sweetness.

Instructions:

This is an overview of the instructions to make these Asian Salmon Skewers with Spicy Yogurt Sauce, but the full, detailed printable recipe is below in the recipe card.

For the Asian Salmon Skewers:

1. Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees. 
2. Using a sharp knife, cut the salmon into 1-inch cubes.
3. Put the salmon cubes in a bowl with the teriyaki sauce.  Coat the salmon well.
4. Using soaked wooden skewers, thread the salmon pieces onto the skewers, as shown. Sprinkle salt and pepper on top.
5. Spray the air fryer with cooking spray and put the skewers inside.
6. Cook the salmon skewers for 8-10 minutes or until the salmon is flaky.
7. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds and serve with the Sirracha Spicy Yogurt Sauce.

For the Spicy Yogurt Sauce:

1. In a small bowl, mix the plain Greek yogurt, sriracha, lime, and garlic.
2. Taste and add salt as needed.
3. Serve with your Asian Salmon Skewers.  You will love this fun condiment or dip.  You can also drizzle or spoon it on top.

Variations

I love this Asian Salmon Skewers with Spicy Yogurt Sauce as written, but here are some fun variations.

• Make it in the Oven: You can also bake this Asian Salmon recipe in the oven.  Put them on a baking sheet that you have prepped with cooking spray.  Bake them at 400 degrees for 8-10 minutes.  Line your baking sheet with aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
• Make it on the Grill:  Grill the skewers on a medium-high grill for about 10 minutes until the salmon is flaky.

FAQ

What can you marinate salmon with?

Salmon pairs perfectly with asian flavors, such as a teriyaki sauce.  It's easy to make Asian salmon using a teriyaki sauce, and it tastes delicious.

What is a spicy yogurt sauce?

A spicy yogurt sauce uses yogurt instead of mayo as a base!  This one is Asian style with sriracha and lime.

Asian Salmon Skewers with Sriracha Spicy Yogurt Sauce

I just love Asian Salmon Skewers with Sriracha Spicy Yogurt Sauce! If you need a new dinner idea that's fast, healthy, loaded with protein, and great for the entire family, this is it!  Use your air fryer, and dinner is ready in just 20 minutes.  You can serve it with extra ginger and soy sauce, too.  My boys LOVE soy sauce.  I serve mine with white rice like shown, but here are some other tasty side dishes and vegetables from Running in a Skirt that would pair perfectly with this dish.

Serve it with:

• Roasted Asian Cauliflower
• Asian Edamame Quinoa
• Teriyaki Brussels Sprouts
• Asian Broccoli
•  Asian Green Beans
• Green Salad

More Asian Dinners to Try:

• Bang Bang Salmon Bites
• Crispy Asian Baked Tofu
• Shortcut Teriyaki Salmon Bowl
• Sheet Pan Teriyaki Shrimp

If you make this Asian Salmon with Spicy Yogurt Sauce, I’d love to hear what you think! Leave a comment and a star rating ★ below. Make sure to follow me on Instagram, Pinterest, and Facebook, too!

Asian Salmon Skewers with Spicy Yogurt Sauce

Julie Wunder

These Asian Salmon Skewers with Sriracha Spicy Yogurt Sauce are a tasty 20-minute meal with 40 grams of protein and loads of savory flavor.  Cooked in the air-fryer, grill, or oven, this simple dinner is served with a delightful 4-ingredient Siracha Spicy Yogurt Sauce that will have everyone asking for seconds.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 20 minutes mins

Course Dinner, Lunch

Cuisine American, Asian

Servings 2

Calories 315 kcal

Ingredients

  

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For the Asian Salmon Skewers:

• 2 salmon fillets, 4-6 ounces
• ¼ cup teriyaki sauce
• salt and pepper, to taste
• Garnish: sesame seeds, green onions
• wooden skewers

For the Spicy Yogurt Sauce:

• ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon Sriracha, ex: Sriracha
• ½ lime, juiced
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• salt, to taste

Instructions

 

For the Asian Salmon Skewers:

• Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees.
• Using a sharp knife, cut the salmon into 1 inch cubes.
• Put the salmon cubes in bowl with the teriyaki sauce.
  
• Using soaked wooden skewers, thread the salmon pieces onto the skewers, as shown. Sprinkle salt and pepper on top.
  
• Cook the salmon skewers for 8-10 minutes or until the salmon is flaky.
  
• Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
  
• Serve with the spicy yogurt dipping sauce.

For the Spicy Yogurt Sauce:

• In a small bowl mix together the plain greek yogurt, sirracha, lime and garlic. Taste and add salt as needed.

Notes

Storage & Leftovers

Store any leftover Asian Salmon Skewers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.

Freezing

You can freeze leftovers in a freezer-safe container for up to three months.

Nutrition

Calories: 315kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 41gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 96mgSodium: 1645mgPotassium: 1029mgFiber: 1gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 89IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 92mgIron: 2mg

Keyword Asian Salmon, Spicy Yogurt Sauce

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