Description
Crispy bang bang salmon bites tossed in a sweet-spicy sauce, served over rice and fresh vegetables for a delightful weeknight meal.
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 spice level)
- 1 tsp honey (optional)
- Juice of ½ lime
- 2 cups cooked jasmine rice (or cauliflower rice for low-carb)
- 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 to 425°F (220°C) or air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment or spray the air fryer basket lightly with oil.
- Pat the salmon cubes dry, then toss with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Place panko in a shallow bowl. Brush or spray each salmon cube with olive oil, then press into the panko.
- Arrange bites in a single layer. Bake for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden; or air fry for 8–10 minutes, shaking halfway until cooked through.
- In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and lime juice until smooth.
- In bowls, layer warm jasmine rice, shredded cabbage, carrots, and avocado slices. Top with salmon bites, drizzle with the bang bang sauce, and garnish with green onion, cilantro, and sesame seeds.
Notes
Greek yogurt can replace half the mayo for a lighter sauce. Panko gives the best crunch; alternatives include crushed cornflakes or gluten-free panko.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking and Air Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: bang bang salmon, seafood, quick dinner, weeknight meal, air fryer recipes