Quick Bang Bang Salmon Bites

Course: Dinner, Main Courses

Cuisine: Oriental

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 10

Total Time: 20

Servings:

Calories: 313.5kcal

Tender salmon bites seasoned with garlic and smoked paprika, cooked until golden, and tossed with a creamy, sweet, and slightly spicy bang bang sauce. An easy dinner that's ready in about 20 minutes.

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Ingredients

For the Salmon

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
to taste Salt and black pepper

For the Bang Bang Sauce

¼ cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons Thai sweet chili sauce
1 teaspoon sriracha
1 teaspoon honey
½ teaspoon lime juice

Instructions

Cut the salmon fillets into 1-inch cubes. In a bowl, toss the salmon with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, if using, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the salmon and cook for 2–3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and just cooked through.
While the salmon cooks, whisk together the mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and lime juice in a small bowl until smooth.
Once the salmon is cooked, drizzle with the bang bang sauce or gently toss the salmon in the sauce until coated. Serve immediately while hot.

Notes

Oven: Bake the salmon at 400°F for 10–12 minutes, or until cooked through.
Air Fryer: Air fry at 375°F for 8–10 minutes, checking for doneness toward the end of cooking.
Make Ahead: The bang bang sauce can be made up to 3 days ahead and stored in the refrigerator.
Adjust the Heat: Add more or less sriracha and cayenne to suit your preferred level of spice.

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