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Bang Bang Salmon Bites

Quick and easy Bang Bang Salmon Bites are crispy, nutritious, and packed with flavor, thanks to a spicy bang bang sauce, perfect for any healthy meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch, 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 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 air fryer to 400°F or your oven to 425°F.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the salmon cubes with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Toss gently to coat the salmon evenly.
Coating
  1. Place the panko breadcrumbs on a plate. Dip each piece of seasoned salmon into the breadcrumbs, pressing lightly to ensure they adhere well.
Cooking
  1. If using an oven, place the coated salmon bites on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and lightly spray with olive oil. Bake for about 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
  2. If using an air fryer, cook the salmon bites in batches for about 8-10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
Making the Sauce
  1. In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey (if using), and lime juice. Adjust spice levels to your taste.
Assembly
  1. In serving bowls, layer the cooked jasmine rice or cauliflower rice. Top with shredded purple cabbage, sliced avocado, shredded carrots, and green onions.
  2. Add the baked or air-fried salmon bites on top and drizzle with the bang bang sauce.
  3. Garnish with fresh cilantro and sesame seeds.

Notes

For meal prep, these salmon bites can be seasoned and coated in advance. They can also be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.