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“Crispy Bang Bang Salmon Bites glazed with creamy sauce, garnished with herbs, and served with lime wedges on a white plate.

Crispy Bang Bang Salmon Bites


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  • Author: Aneta
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Quick, easy, and packed with bold flavor, these Crispy Bang Bang Salmon Bites are seared until golden, then tossed in a creamy, spicy-sweet Bang Bang sauce for an irresistible dinner perfect for busy nights or impressing guests!


Ingredients

Scale

For the Salmon Bites:

  • 1 lb salmon fillets, skin removed, cut into 1-inch cubes

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 tsp garlic powder

  • 1 tsp onion powder

  • 1 tsp smoked paprika

  • ½ tsp salt

  • ½ tsp black pepper

  • Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)

For the Bang Bang Sauce:

  • ½ cup mayonnaise

  • ¼ cup Thai sweet chili sauce

  • 12 tbsp sriracha (adjust to taste)

  • 1 tbsp honey

  • 1 tbsp lime juice

For Garnish:

  • Chopped parsley, green onions, or sesame seeds

  • Lime wedges (optional)


Instructions

  1. Prep the Salmon:

    • Pat salmon cubes dry with paper towels. Removing excess moisture ensures crispiness.

    • Place salmon pieces in a bowl. Drizzle with olive oil, then sprinkle with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and optional cayenne. Toss until evenly coated.

  2. Make Bang Bang Sauce:

    • In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and lime juice until smooth. Taste and adjust spice or sweetness as desired.

  3. Cook the Salmon:

    • Pan-sear method: Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add a drizzle of olive oil. Cook salmon pieces for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.

    • Baking method: Preheat oven to 400°F. Arrange salmon on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake 10-12 minutes until cooked through.

    • Air-fryer method: Preheat air fryer to 375°F. Arrange salmon in a single layer and cook for 8-10 minutes, shaking halfway.

  4. Sauce the Salmon:

    • Either drizzle Bang Bang sauce over salmon pieces on a serving platter or place cooked salmon in a bowl and toss gently with sauce until coated.

  5. Garnish & Serve:

    • Sprinkle with chopped herbs and serve with lime wedges. Enjoy warm with rice, salad, or veggies!

Notes

For milder heat, reduce or omit sriracha.
This sauce is fabulous as a dip for shrimp, chicken, or veggies.
Don’t overcook salmon—it should remain tender and juicy inside.

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Pan-Sear, Bake, or Air Fry
  • Cuisine: Asian-inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: ¼ of recipe
  • Calories: 380 kcal
  • Sugar: 8 g
  • Sodium: 550 mg
  • Fat: 24 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 11 g
  • Fiber: 0.5 g
  • Protein: 28 g
  • Cholesterol: 75 mg