Description
Bang Bang Salmon Bites offer a crispy, flavorful seafood dish with a spicy-sweet kick, complemented by fresh veggies and served over rice for a satisfying bowl that’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
Scale
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 the Bowls:
- 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 Oven or Air Fryer: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) or preheat air fryer to 390°F (200°C) to ensure proper cooking and crisping of the salmon bites.
- Season the Salmon: In a bowl, toss the salmon cubes with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until all pieces are evenly coated with the spices.
- Coat in Breadcrumbs: Gently press each seasoned salmon cube into the panko breadcrumbs until well-coated on all sides. Lightly spray or brush with olive oil to help achieve a golden crisp.
- Bake or Air-Fry: For oven, place the coated salmon pieces on a parchment-lined baking tray and bake for 12–14 minutes or until golden and crispy. For air fryer, cook in batches at 390°F for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway through to ensure even crisping.
- Make the Bang Bang Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, lime juice, and honey (if using) until smooth and well-combined.
- Assemble the Bowls: Start by placing a base of cooked jasmine rice in bowls. Arrange shredded cabbage, sliced avocado, shredded carrots, and the crispy salmon bites on top. Drizzle generously with the Bang Bang sauce and garnish with sliced green onions, fresh cilantro, and sesame seeds for added flavor and presentation.
Notes
- You can substitute cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.
- Adjust the amount of sriracha in the Bang Bang sauce to control the spiciness.
- Make sure not to overcrowd the air fryer to ensure even cooking and crispness.
- Using fresh salmon rather than frozen will yield the best texture and flavor.
- Leftover salmon bites can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days but are best enjoyed fresh for maximum crispiness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes (oven) or 10 minutes (air fryer)
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking or Air Frying
- Cuisine: American Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 1/4 recipe)
- Calories: 460 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
Keywords: Bang Bang Salmon, Salmon Bites, Crispy Salmon, Spicy Salmon, Seafood Bowl, Easy Dinner, Asian Inspired
