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Bang Bang Salmon

Bang Bang Salmon: Quick, Flavor-Packed Delight in 15 Minutes

Bang Bang Salmon is a quick and delicious dish, ready in 15 minutes, featuring a sweet and spicy sauce that perfectly complements salmon.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 1 minute
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 24 oz Salmon fillets Choose skin-on for added flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Substitute with any high-heat cooking oil
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to taste
  • 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper Switch to white pepper for a different flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Garlic powder Fresh minced garlic can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Consider using smoked paprika for a smokier flavor
For the Bang Bang Sauce
  • 0.5 cup Mayonnaise Greek yogurt is a lighter option
  • 3 tablespoons Sweet chili sauce Mix honey, rice vinegar, and red pepper flakes if unavailable
  • 2 tablespoons Sriracha Adjust according to spice preference
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Maple syrup can be substituted
  • 1 lime Lime juice Freshly squeezed for best flavor
For Garnish
  • 2 Green onions Finely chopped

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Whisk
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Prep the salmon by patting the fillets dry with paper towels and seasoning them with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 2 minutes.
  3. Cook the salmon fillets in the skillet undisturbed for 4-5 minutes until golden crust forms, then flip and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  4. While the salmon cooks, whisk together mayo, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and lime juice in a small bowl until smooth.
  5. Once cooked, let the salmon rest for 1 minute, then drizzle with Bang Bang sauce and garnish with green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 6ozCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 30gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgSugar: 5gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Make sure to pat the salmon dry before seasoning for a crispy sear. Adjust spice levels based on personal preference. Leftovers can be stored for up to 2 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

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