Bang Bang Salmon Recipe

Crispy, tender salmon coated in a creamy sweet-spicy Bang Bang sauce—restaurant-worthy but super easy at home.

 Ingredients

Salmon

• 500 g (1 lb) salmon fillets, skin removed
• Salt & black pepper, to taste
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp paprika
• 1 tbsp cornstarch (optional, for extra crisp)
• 1–2 tbsp oil (olive or avocado)

Bang Bang Sauce

• ½ cup mayonnaise
• 3 tbsp sweet chili sauce
• 1–2 tbsp sriracha (adjust heat)
• 1 tbsp honey or sugar
• 1 tsp rice vinegar or lemon juice

Garnish (Optional)

• Sesame seeds
• Chopped green onions
• Lime wedges

 Instructions

1️⃣ Prep the Salmon

1. Pat salmon dry and cut into large cubes or leave as fillets.
2. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and cornstarch (if using).

2️⃣ Cook the Salmon

Pan-Fry (Best for Crispiness):

• Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
• Cook salmon 2–3 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.

OR Air Fry:

• Air fry at 200°C / 400°F for 8–10 minutes, flipping once.

OR Bake:

• Bake at 200°C / 400°F for 12–15 minutes.

3️⃣ Make Bang Bang Sauce

• Whisk all sauce ingredients until smooth and creamy.

4️⃣ Combine

• Drizzle or brush sauce over hot salmon or gently toss salmon in sauce.

 Serving Ideas

• Over jasmine rice or coconut rice
• In tacos or wraps
• As a Bang Bang salmon bowl with veggies
• With roasted broccoli or green beans

 Nut Information (Important)

• Contains NO nuts by default.
• Peanut-free & tree-nut-free when prepared as written.
• Check labels on sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and mayonnaise for cross-contamination warnings.
• Safe for nut-free diets using certified nut-free products.

 Variations & Tips

• Extra crispy: Lightly dredge salmon in cornstarch before cooking.
• Healthier: Use Greek yogurt instead of half the mayo.
• Very spicy: Add extra sriracha or chili flakes.
• No mayo: Substitute sour cream or dairy-free mayo.
• Sweet balance: Add more honey if heat is strong.

 Q & A

Q: Can I use frozen salmon?
A: Yes—thaw completely and pat very dry before cooking.

Q: Is Bang Bang sauce very spicy?
A: Mild-medium. Easily adjusted by reducing sriracha.

Q: Can I meal prep this?
A: Best fresh, but keeps 2 days refrigerated. Reheat gently.

Q: Can I grill the salmon?
A: Absolutely—grill first, then brush with sauce after cooking.

Q: Is this kid-friendly?
A: Yes—use sweet chili sauce only and skip sriracha.

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