Bang Bang Salmon Bites
Crispy salmon bites paired with a creamy, spicy Bang Bang sauce, perfect as an appetizer or meal.
Ingredients
For the Salmon Bites
- 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
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 ea avocado (sliced)
- ½ cup shredded carrots
- 2 ea green onions (sliced)
- to taste fresh cilantro and sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) or your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, add the salmon cubes and sprinkle with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Gently toss to coat evenly.
- Place panko breadcrumbs in a shallow dish and coat each salmon cube in them, ensuring they are well-covered.
Cooking
- If using an oven, place salmon bites on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and drizzle with olive oil. Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden and crispy.
- If using an air fryer, arrange the salmon bites in a single layer and cook for about 10 minutes, turning halfway through.
Making the Sauce
- In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and lime juice until combined.
Assembling the Bowls
- Divide cooked jasmine rice or cauliflower rice into bowls. Top with crispy salmon bites and add shredded purple cabbage, avocado slices, shredded carrots, and green onions.
- Drizzle with the Bang Bang sauce and garnish with cilantro and sesame seeds.
Notes
For extra flavor, let the seasoned salmon marinate for 15-30 minutes before breading. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days, and reheat to maintain crispiness. You can use shrimp or chicken instead of salmon; just adjust cooking times accordingly.