Why Make This Recipe
Bang Bang Salmon Bites are a delicious and easy dish that packs a punch of flavor. These bite-sized pieces of salmon are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, making them a perfect snack or meal. The tasty Bang Bang sauce adds a nice kick, making this recipe an exciting choice for any occasion.
How to Make Bang Bang Salmon Bites
Ingredients
- 1 lb fresh salmon (skinless and cut into bite-sized cubes)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tbsp olive oil or spray for crisping
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp sweet chili sauce
- 1 tbsp sriracha (adjust to spice level)
- 1 tsp honey (optional)
- Juice of ½ lime
- 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
Directions
Preheat Oven or Air Fryer: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) or your air fryer to the recommended setting.
Season the Salmon: In a bowl, mix the garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Sprinkle this mixture over the salmon cubes and toss to coat them well.
Coat in Breadcrumbs: Place the panko breadcrumbs in a shallow dish. Take each piece of seasoned salmon and coat it in the panko.
Bake or Air-Fry: If using an oven, lay the coated salmon bites on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Drizzle olive oil over them. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown. If using an air fryer, place the bites in the basket, spray lightly with oil, and cook for about 8-10 minutes.
Make the Bang Bang Sauce: In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey (if using), and lime juice until well combined.
Assemble the Bowls: In bowls, layer cooked jasmine rice or cauliflower rice, shredded purple cabbage, and top with the crispy salmon bites. Add avocado slices, shredded carrots, green onions, and drizzle with the Bang Bang sauce. Garnish with fresh cilantro and sesame seeds.
How to Serve Bang Bang Salmon Bites
Serve Bang Bang Salmon Bites warm in bowls, making sure to include rice and colorful veggies. Drizzle additional Bang Bang sauce on top for extra flavor. This dish is great for lunch, dinner, or even as an appetizer at parties.
How to Store Bang Bang Salmon Bites
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To maintain their crispiness, reheat in an oven or air fryer instead of a microwave.
Tips to Make Bang Bang Salmon Bites
- Fresh Salmon: Always use fresh salmon for the best flavor and texture.
- Adjust Spice: Feel free to adjust the amount of sriracha to suit your taste.
- Extra Crispy: For an extra crispy texture, consider double-coating the salmon in breadcrumbs.
Variation
You can use different types of fish, such as tilapia or cod, instead of salmon. This recipe is also versatile with the choice of veggies; feel free to add or substitute based on your preference.
FAQs
1. Can I use frozen salmon?
Yes, but make sure to thaw it completely before using.
2. Is this recipe suitable for meal prep?
Absolutely! These salmon bites are perfect for meal prep. Just make sure to store the sauce separately until ready to eat.
3. Can I make the sauce ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the Bang Bang sauce ahead of time and store it in the fridge for up to one week.
Bang Bang Salmon Bites
Ingredients
For the Salmon Bites
- 1 lb fresh salmon (skinless and cut into bite-sized cubes) Use fresh salmon for best flavor.
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs For coating.
- 1 tbsp olive oil or spray for crisping Use oil spray for lighter texture.
For the Bang Bang Sauce
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp sweet chili sauce
- 1 tbsp sriracha Adjust to spice level.
- 1 tsp honey (optional)
- Juice of ½ lime
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 400°F (200°C) or your air fryer to the recommended setting.
- In a bowl, mix the garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Sprinkle this mixture over the salmon cubes and toss to coat them well.
- Place the panko breadcrumbs in a shallow dish. Take each piece of seasoned salmon and coat it in the panko.
Cooking
- If using an oven, lay the coated salmon bites on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Drizzle olive oil over them. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
- If using an air fryer, place the bites in the basket, spray lightly with oil, and cook for about 8-10 minutes.
Making the Sauce
- In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey (if using), and lime juice until well combined.
Assembling
- In bowls, layer cooked jasmine rice or cauliflower rice, shredded purple cabbage, and top with the crispy salmon bites.
- Add avocado slices, shredded carrots, green onions, and drizzle with the Bang Bang sauce. Garnish with fresh cilantro and sesame seeds.