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Delicious Bang Bang Salmon Bites served on a plate with dipping sauce

Bang Bang Salmon Bites

Delightful salmon bites coated with crispy breadcrumbs and served with a tangy Bang Bang sauce, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Asian
Calories: 250
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 Use oil for a richer flavor
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 whole avocado (sliced)
  • ½ cup shredded carrots
  • 2 whole 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 to the recommended setting.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine salmon cubes with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Toss well to coat the salmon evenly.
  3. Place panko breadcrumbs in a separate bowl. Dip each piece of seasoned salmon in the breadcrumbs, ensuring they are fully coated.
Cooking
  1. Arrange the coated salmon bites on a baking sheet or in the air fryer basket. Drizzle with olive oil or use spray for crisping.
  2. Bake for 12-15 minutes or air-fry for about 10 minutes until golden crispy.
Making the Sauce
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey (if using), and lime juice until smooth.
Assembly
  1. In serving bowls, layer the jasmine rice, top with salmon bites, and garnish with purple cabbage, avocado slices, shredded carrots, green onions, cilantro, and sesame seeds.
  2. Drizzle with Bang Bang sauce before serving.

Notes

Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. For freezing, place salmon bites in a single layer on a baking sheet, freeze until solid, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag. They can be frozen for up to 3 months.