Description
Bang Bang Salmon Bites are the ultimate seafood treat, combining crispy, tender salmon pieces with a creamy, sweet-spicy bang bang sauce. Perfect for any gathering, these flavorful bites are quick to prepare and offer a delightful experience for seafood lovers and newcomers alike. In just 20 minutes, you can enjoy this versatile dish as an appetizer, main course, or part of a buffet spread. Packed with protein and healthy fats, they’re not only delicious but nutritious too!
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 salmon into 1-inch cubes and toss with olive oil and seasonings in a mixing bowl.
- Cook using one of the following methods:
- Skillet: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat; cook salmon for 2–3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Oven: Preheat to 400°F; bake salmon on a lined baking sheet for 10–12 minutes.
- Air Fryer: Preheat to 375°F; cook salmon for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Whisk together all bang bang sauce ingredients until smooth.
- Toss cooked salmon bites in the sauce before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Skillet/Baking/Air Frying
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 4 oz (113g)
- Calories: 248
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 455mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 60mg