Name: Bang Bang Salmon Bites
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Ingredients: 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; ½ cup mayonnaise; 2 tbsp sweet chili sauce; 1 tbsp sriracha (adjust to your spice preference); 1 tsp honey (optional); Juice of ½ lime; 2 cups cooked jasmine rice (or cauliflower rice for a low-carb option); 1 cup shredded purple cabbage; 1 avocado (sliced); ½ cup shredded carrots; 2 green onions (sliced); Fresh cilantro and sesame seeds for garnish

Description

Crispy, flavorful bites of salmon with a crunchy coating and tangy Bang Bang sauce, perfect for dinners or appetizers.

Ingredients

Scale

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
½ cup mayonnaise
2 tbsp sweet chili sauce
1 tbsp sriracha (adjust to your spice preference)
1 tsp honey (optional)
Juice of ½ lime
2 cups cooked jasmine rice (or cauliflower rice for a low-carb option)
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 your oven or air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
Season the salmon: In a bowl, mix the garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Toss the salmon cubes in the seasoning until well coated.
Coat in breadcrumbs: Dip each piece of seasoned salmon into the panko breadcrumbs, ensuring they are fully covered. You can use a little olive oil spray to help them crisp up.
Bake or air-fry: Place the salmon bites on a baking sheet or in your air fryer basket. Bake for about 12-15 minutes or air-fry for 8-10 minutes until crispy and golden brown.
Make the Bang Bang sauce: Whisk together the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and lime juice in a small bowl. Adjust the spice to your liking.
Assemble the bowls: Serve the salmon bites on a bed of jasmine or cauliflower rice, topped with shredded cabbage, carrots, avocado, and a drizzle of Bang Bang sauce. Garnish with sliced green onions, cilantro, and sesame seeds.

Notes

For extra crispiness, consider a double-dipping method. Substitute salmon with shrimp or chicken for variety.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Baking or Air Frying
Cuisine: Asian Fusion

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 350
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 480mg
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 32g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 60mg

Keywords: salmon bites, Bang Bang sauce, quick dinner, seafood appetizer, crunchy salmon, flavorful bites