Description
Bang Bang Salmon Bites are a delectable fusion of crispy salmon chunks coated in a creamy sweet-spicy bang bang sauce, making them the perfect appetizer or main dish for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound salmon fillets (skin removed)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Thai sweet chili sauce
- 1 teaspoon sriracha
- 1 teaspoon honey
- ½ teaspoon lime juice
Instructions
- Cut the salmon into 1-inch cubes and toss in olive oil with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper until well coated.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the salmon cubes for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- For an oven method, preheat to 400°F and bake on a lined baking sheet for about 10-12 minutes until flaky.
- For air frying, preheat to 375°F and cook in a single layer for approximately 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together all ingredients for the bang bang sauce until smooth.
- Toss cooked salmon with the sauce or drizzle it on top before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet/Baking/Air Frying
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 3 ounces (85g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg