Description
Indulge in the flavors of our Bang Bang Salmon Recipe—a quick and easy dish that’s perfect for any occasion. In just 25 minutes, you can create a mouthwatering meal featuring crispy salmon fillets drizzled with a creamy, spicy bang bang sauce made from sweet chili and sriracha. This dish not only bursts with flavor but also offers a healthy option packed with protein and healthy fats. Serve it over rice, in tacos, or alongside fresh vegetables for a delightful dining experience that will impress your family and guests alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp sweet chili sauce
- 1 tbsp sriracha (to taste)
- Fresh lime wedges and chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat a cast iron skillet or non-stick pan over medium-high heat.
- Pat the salmon fillets dry and rub them with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Cook the salmon skin-side down for 4-5 minutes until crispy. Flip and cook for another 4-5 minutes until cooked through.
- In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey/maple syrup (optional), and rice vinegar/lime juice to create the sauce.
- Serve cooked salmon topped with the bang bang sauce, garnished with green onions and lime wedges.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg