Description
Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these Bang Bang Salmon Bites are coated in a spicy and sweet sauce, perfect for dinner or parties.
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
- 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
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) or your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, combine garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss the salmon cubes in the seasoning mix to coat evenly.
- Place the panko breadcrumbs in a shallow dish. Dip each salmon cube in the breadcrumbs, ensuring they are fully coated.
- For baking, arrange the salmon bites on a lined baking sheet, spray with olive oil, and cook for 12-15 minutes until golden brown. For air frying, place them in the basket and cook for about 8-10 minutes.
- In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and lime juice until well combined to make the Bang Bang sauce.
- Serve the salmon bites over rice (or cauliflower rice) and top with shredded cabbage, avocado slices, shredded carrots, and green onions. Drizzle with the Bang Bang sauce and sprinkle with cilantro and sesame seeds.
Notes
Ensure the salmon is fresh for the best taste. You can adjust the spice level in the Bang Bang sauce according to your preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American