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Crispy Bang Bang Salmon Bites

Bite-sized pieces of fresh salmon coated in crispy panko breadcrumbs, baked to golden perfection, and tossed in a creamy, spicy-sweet Bang Bang sauce. Perfect as an appetizer or main dish.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Appetizer, Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Asian Fusion
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound salmon fillet fresh and skinless, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg or flax egg for vegan option, beaten
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce low-sugar version optional
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha adjust based on heat preference
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice fresh squeezed
  • 2 tablespoons scallions chopped, for garnish (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds for garnish (optional)

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Shallow bowls for breading
  • Mixing bowl for sauce
  • whisk
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Cut the fresh, skinless salmon fillet into uniform 1-inch cubes using a sharp knife.
  3. In a shallow bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs with a pinch of salt and pepper. In another shallow bowl, beat the egg.
  4. Dip each salmon piece into the beaten egg, allowing excess to drip off, then roll in the panko mixture until fully coated. Place on the prepared baking sheet with space between each piece.
  5. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
  6. While the salmon bakes, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and lime juice in a bowl until smooth. Taste and adjust spice level as desired.
  7. Once salmon bites are golden and cooked through, let them cool for 1 minute, then gently toss in the Bang Bang sauce until evenly coated.
  8. Serve immediately, garnished with chopped scallions and sesame seeds if desired.

Notes

For best texture, serve immediately after coating in sauce. Store leftover sauce separately from salmon bites to maintain crispiness. Can be made vegan using flax eggs and vegan mayo. Adjust sriracha to your preferred spice level.
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