Description
Bang Bang Salmon Bites are crispy, flavorful salmon cubes coated in panko breadcrumbs and baked or air-fried to perfection. Served over jasmine rice with fresh veggies and drizzled with a spicy, tangy bang bang sauce, this dish offers a delightful balance of textures and bold flavors, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or an impressive appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
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
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
Bowls
- 2 cups cooked jasmine rice (or cauliflower rice)
- 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 Oven or Air Fryer: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) or set your air fryer to 390°F (200°C) to ensure it’s hot and ready for crisping the salmon bites.
- Season the Salmon: In a mixing bowl, combine salmon cubes with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper, tossing until every piece is evenly coated with the spices.
- Coat in Breadcrumbs: Press each seasoned salmon cube gently into the panko breadcrumbs to create a crispy shell. Lightly spray or brush with olive oil to help achieve golden crispiness.
- Bake or Air-Fry: For oven baking, place salmon pieces on a parchment-lined baking tray and bake for 12 to 14 minutes until golden and crispy. For air frying, cook in batches at 390°F for 8 to 10 minutes, turning halfway through for even cooking.
- Make the Bang Bang Sauce: Whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, lime juice, and honey in a small bowl until the sauce is smooth and well blended.
- Assemble the Bowls: Layer cooked jasmine rice at the base. Top with shredded purple cabbage, sliced avocado, shredded carrots, and golden crispy salmon bites. Drizzle generously with the Bang Bang sauce, and garnish with sliced green onions, fresh cilantro, and sesame seeds.
Notes
- Skinless salmon helps achieve an even crispy coating.
- Panko breadcrumbs give extra crunch compared to regular breadcrumbs.
- Adjust sriracha quantity in the sauce to suit your preferred spice level.
- Can substitute jasmine rice with cauliflower rice for a lower-carb option.
- If baking, keep an eye on the salmon to avoid overcooking and drying out.
- Use fresh lime juice for the best flavor in the sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-14 minutes (oven) or 8-10 minutes (air fryer)
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking or Air Frying
- Cuisine: Fusion, American with Asian-inspired flavors
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
Keywords: Bang Bang Salmon Bites, Crispy Salmon, Panko Salmon, Spicy Salmon Bites, Asian-inspired Salmon, Easy Dinner, Air Fryer Salmon
