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Delicious Bang Bang Salmon Bites served on a plate with dipping sauce

Bang Bang Salmon Bites

Crispy on the outside and tender inside, these Bang Bang Salmon Bites are paired with a creamy and spicy sauce, perfect for a weeknight meal or appetizer.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine American, Fusion
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon Bites

  • 1 lb fresh salmon (skinless and cut into bite-sized cubes) Use sushi-grade or fresh supermarket salmon for best texture.
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs For better browning, drizzle with olive oil.
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or spray for crisping

For the Bang Bang Sauce

  • ½ cup mayonnaise Can substitute with plain Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
  • 2 tbsp sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tbsp sriracha Adjust according to spice level.
  • 1 tsp honey (optional) Balances the chili for a sweeter sauce.

For Serving

  • 2 cups cooked jasmine rice (or cauliflower rice)
  • 1 cup shredded purple cabbage
  • 1 avocado (sliced)
  • ½ cup shredded carrots
  • 2 green onions (sliced)
  • Fresh cilantro and sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) or your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  • Line a baking tray with parchment paper or coat the air fryer basket with oil.
  • In a medium bowl, mix garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  • Pat the salmon dry and toss it with the spice mixture.
  • In a shallow bowl, drizzle panko bread crumbs with olive oil and toss.
  • Dredge each salmon cube in panko and arrange on the prepared tray or air fryer.

Cooking

  • Bake in the oven for 10-14 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden.
  • If using an air fryer, cook for 8-10 minutes, shaking the basket once.
  • For stovetop, sear in a hot skillet for 2-3 minutes per side.

Making the Bang Bang Sauce

  • Whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and lime juice.
  • Adjust flavor to preference by adding more honey or sriracha.

Serving

  • Serve the salmon bites over jasmine rice and top with cabbage, avocado, carrots, and green onions.
  • Drizzle with bang bang sauce and garnish with cilantro and sesame seeds.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven or air fryer for best texture. For make-ahead, prep the sauce and chop veggies in advance.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3g
Keyword Bang Bang Salmon, Comfort Food, Easy Dinner, Salmon Bites, Seafood Recipe
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