Description
These crispy, bite-sized Bang Bang Salmon Bites are coated in a creamy, spicy sauce with the perfect balance of heat and sweetness. Ready in just 20 minutes, they make an easy weeknight meal or appetizer. Serve them over rice, in tacos, or on a salad for a delicious seafood dish!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh salmon (skin removed, cut into cubes)
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ cup cornstarch (for coating)
- 2 tbsp olive oil (for pan-frying)
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp sweet chili sauce
- 1 tsp sriracha (adjust for spice)
- 1 tsp honey
- 1 tsp lime juice
- Garnish: Green onions, sesame seeds, red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Prepare the salmon: Pat the salmon dry and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Coat with cornstarch: Lightly dredge each piece in cornstarch, shaking off excess.
- Pan-fry the salmon: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook salmon bites for 2-3 minutes per side until crispy.
- Make the sauce: Whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and lime juice.
- Toss the salmon: Coat the crispy salmon bites in the Bang Bang sauce and toss gently.
- Garnish and serve: Top with green onions, sesame seeds, and red pepper flakes. Enjoy over rice, in tacos, or as an appetizer.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, air fry at 400°F for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Adjust sriracha for desired spice level.
- Serve immediately for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish, Appetizer
- Method: Pan-Fried
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired