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Crispy Bang Bang Salmon Bites

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  • Author: Asma
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10–12 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Dish, Appetizer
  • Method: Pan-Seared, Baked, Air-Fried
  • Cuisine: Asian-Inspired

Description

These Crispy Bang Bang Salmon Bites are tender, flavorful, and coated in a sweet and spicy Bang Bang sauce. Perfect for a quick and healthy dinner or appetizer!

Ingredients

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For the Salmon Bites:

  • Salmon fillets (about 1 lb)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)

For the Bang Bang Sauce:

  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp Thai sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tsp sriracha (or to taste)
  • 1 tsp honey
  • 1 tsp lime juice

For Garnishing:

  • Chopped parsley, green onions, or sesame seeds

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Salmon

  1. Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel.
  2. Remove the skin and cut the salmon into 1-inch cubes.
  3. Place the salmon in a bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and season with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using).

Step 2: Make the Bang Bang Sauce

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and lime juice until smooth.
  2. Adjust the flavors to your taste by adding more sriracha for heat or honey for sweetness.

Step 3: Cook the Salmon

Choose one of the following methods to cook the salmon:

  • Pan-Searing: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add salmon bites and cook for 2–3 minutes per side until crispy and cooked through.
  • Baking: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place salmon bites on a lined baking sheet and bake for 10–12 minutes.
  • Air-Frying: Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Cook salmon bites in a single layer for 8–10 minutes, shaking halfway through.

Step 4: Toss in Bang Bang Sauce

  1. Drizzle the cooked salmon bites with the Bang Bang sauce or toss them gently in a bowl to coat evenly.

Step 5: Garnish and Serve

  1. Garnish with chopped parsley, green onions, or sesame seeds.
  2. Serve over jasmine rice, alongside salads, or with roasted vegetables.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, lightly coat salmon bites with cornstarch before cooking.
  • The Bang Bang sauce can be made in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • This recipe works well with shrimp or chicken as a substitution for salmon.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1
  • Calories: ~280 kcal per serving

Find it online: https://lovetocookrecipes.com/crispy-bang-bang-salmon-bites/