Description
Bang Bang Salmon Bites are a delicious and easy-to-make dish featuring crispy salmon bites tossed in a creamy, spicy Bang Bang sauce. Perfect for a quick dinner or an impressive appetizer!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ pounds skinless salmon fillet
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning or Creole seasoning
- ¾ cup mayonnaise
- ⅓ cup Thai sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon sriracha
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- Cooked rice (Jasmine or Basmati)
- Sliced green onions
- Red chili pepper (like a Fresno chili, thinly sliced)
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Pat the salmon fillet completely dry with paper towels. Cut it into uniform 1-inch cubes and place them in a large bowl.
- Drizzle the olive oil over the salmon cubes and toss gently until each piece is lightly coated.
- Sprinkle the cornstarch and Cajun seasoning directly over the oiled salmon. Toss again until the salmon is evenly and thoroughly coated.
- Arrange the seasoned salmon bites in a single layer on the baking sheet. Make sure there is space between each piece to allow them to crisp up.
- Bake the salmon for 10-12 minutes. Switch the oven to a high broil and cook for an additional 5 minutes. The salmon is ready when the coating is golden brown and the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and lime juice until smooth.
- Once the salmon is cooked, transfer the hot bites to a clean bowl. Pour ½ of the Bang Bang sauce over the top and toss gently to coat.
- To serve, scoop the cooked rice into bowls. Top with salmon bites. Garnish with sliced green onions, fresh red chili slices, sesame seeds, and drizzles of more Bang Bang sauce.
Notes
- Ensure the salmon is fresh for the best flavor.
- Adjust the sriracha amount to increase or decrease spiciness.
- Can be served as an appetizer or main dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 17 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 bites
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg