Bang Bang Salmon
A quick and delicious dish featuring crispy salmon fillets topped with a creamy, spicy Bang Bang sauce.
Equipment
- baking sheet
- skillet
- mixing bowl
- whisk
- Paper towels
Ingredients
Salmon Ingredients
- 4 fillets Salmon, skinless or skin-on Fresh salmon fillets for best flavor.
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil For cooking the salmon.
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder Adds flavor to the salmon.
- 1 teaspoon Paprika For color and flavor.
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper To season the salmon.
Bang Bang Sauce Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Base for the Bang Bang sauce.
- 1/4 cup Sweet chili sauce Adds sweetness to the sauce.
- 1 tablespoon Sriracha Adjust for desired spice level.
- 1 tablespoon Honey or maple syrup For sweetness in the sauce.
- 1 teaspoon Lime juice Adds acidity to balance flavors.
Instructions
- Prepare the salmon fillets by patting them dry with paper towels. Drizzle olive oil over the fillets and season with garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper on both sides.
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, honey, and lime juice until smooth and creamy. Adjust Sriracha for desired heat.
- For the oven method, preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and bake the salmon for 12-15 minutes until it flakes easily with a fork.
- For the pan-seared method, heat a skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil, and sear the salmon fillets for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Once cooked, place the salmon on a serving plate and drizzle or brush the Bang Bang sauce generously over the top. Garnish with chopped green onions or sesame seeds if desired.
- Serve the Bang Bang Salmon with steamed rice, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad.
Notes
Bang Bang Salmon is a quick and flavorful dish that can be customized with different proteins and cooking methods.