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Crispy Bang Bang Salmon Bites served with a spicy sauce

Bang Bang Salmon Bites

A delicious and easy recipe for salmon bites coated in crispy panko breadcrumbs and drizzled with a flavorful bang bang sauce, perfect as a meal or appetizer.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the salmon bites
  • 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
For the bang bang sauce
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tbsp sriracha adjust to spice level
  • 1 tsp honey (optional)
  • Juice of ½ lime
For serving
  • 2 cups cooked jasmine rice or cauliflower rice
  • 1 cup shredded purple cabbage
  • 1 each avocado (sliced)
  • ½ cup shredded carrots
  • 2 each green onions (sliced)
  • to taste fresh cilantro and sesame seeds for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) or your air fryer according to the manufacturer's instructions.
  2. In a bowl, combine the garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Toss the salmon cubes in this mixture until they are evenly coated.
  3. Place the panko breadcrumbs in a separate bowl. Coat each piece of seasoned salmon with panko. You can use olive oil or cooking spray to help the breadcrumbs stick.
Cooking
  1. Place the coated salmon bites on a baking sheet or in the air fryer basket. If baking, cook for about 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. If air-frying, cook for 8-10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
  2. In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey (if using), and lime juice. Adjust the spice level to your liking.
Assembly
  1. Serve the salmon bites over jasmine rice or cauliflower rice. Top with shredded purple cabbage, avocado slices, shredded carrots, and green onions. Drizzle the bang bang sauce over the top and garnish with fresh cilantro and sesame seeds.

Notes

Store any leftover salmon bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. To reheat, place them in the oven or air fryer for a few minutes to regain their crispiness. Make sure to cut the salmon into even squares for uniform cooking. Experiment with different spices in the seasoning mix for more flavor. For extra crunch, double coat the salmon bites in panko breadcrumbs. You can swap the salmon for chicken or tofu for a different twist.