Description
Crispy Bang Bang Salmon Bites are sweet, spicy, and perfectly crunchy, featuring bite-sized salmon pieces coated in a golden crust and tossed in a creamy bang bang sauce.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb salmon fillet, skinless and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp sweet chili sauce
- 1 tbsp sriracha sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- Green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- In a bowl, marinate the salmon cubes in buttermilk for 15 minutes.
- In another bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Heat oil in a deep skillet or pot over medium-high heat.
- Remove salmon from buttermilk, letting excess drip off, and coat each piece in the flour mixture.
- Fry the salmon bites in batches for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and honey to make the bang bang sauce.
- Toss the fried salmon bites in the sauce until evenly coated.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use fresh salmon for best flavor and texture.
- Adjust the spice level by increasing or reducing the sriracha.
- Can be served as an appetizer or main dish with rice or salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
