Bang Bang Salmon Bites (Printable Version)
Tender salmon bites with golden crisp and bold sweet-spicy drizzle atop fresh veggies and rice bowls.
# Everything You’ll Need:
→ Salmon Bites
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1 lb fresh skinless salmon, cut into bite-sized cubes
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp smoked paprika
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½ tsp salt
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½ tsp black pepper
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1 cup panko breadcrumbs
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1 tbsp olive oil or spray for crisping
→ Bang Bang Sauce
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½ cup mayonnaise
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2 tbsp sweet chili sauce
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1 tbsp sriracha, adjust to taste
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1 tsp honey (optional)
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Juice of ½ lime
→ Bowls
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2 cups cooked jasmine rice or cauliflower rice
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1 cup shredded purple cabbage
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1 avocado, sliced
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½ cup shredded carrots
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2 green onions, sliced
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Fresh cilantro, for garnish
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Sesame seeds, for garnish
# Steps to Cook:
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Preheat the oven to 400°F or air fryer to 390°F.
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In a bowl, toss salmon cubes with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
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Press each salmon piece gently into the panko breadcrumbs ensuring full coverage. Lightly spray with olive oil for crisping.
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For oven: Arrange salmon on a parchment-lined baking tray and bake for 12 to 14 minutes until golden and crisp. For air fryer: Cook in batches at 390°F for 8 to 10 minutes, flipping halfway through.
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Whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, lime juice, and honey (if using) until smooth.
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Layer cooked rice or cauliflower rice in bowls, top with shredded cabbage, sliced avocado, shredded carrots, and salmon bites. Drizzle generously with Bang Bang sauce, then garnish with sliced green onions, fresh cilantro, and sesame seeds.
# Extra Suggestions:
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For extra crispiness, lightly spray salmon bites with olive oil before cooking.