Description
Seafood enthusiasts will adore these crispy bang bang salmon bites, a delightful fusion of crunchy texture and zesty flavors. Perfectly seasoned and drizzled with creamy sauce, these bite-sized morsels promise a tantalizing culinary experience you won’t want to miss.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1.5 pounds salmon fillets (skin removed, cut into bite-sized pieces)
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)
Sauce Ingredients:
- 0.5 cup mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup Thai sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce (adjust for preferred heat level)
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon lime juice (freshly squeezed)
Garnish Ingredients:
- Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
- Green onions, sliced
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Transform salmon fillets into pristine cubes by meticulously patting them dry with paper towels, ensuring maximum crispiness. Delicately remove the skin and slice into uniform bite-sized morsels.
- Massage salmon pieces with olive oil, infusing them with a harmonious blend of garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and a whisper of cayenne for subtle heat. Gently tumble the cubes to distribute seasonings evenly.
- Craft the luxurious Bang Bang sauce by whisking mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and a splash of lime juice until achieving a silky, vibrant emulsion. Fine-tune the flavor profile by adjusting heat and sweetness levels.
- Ignite a non-stick skillet over medium-high flame, introducing a minimal amount of olive oil to prevent adhesion. When the surface shimmers with heat, strategically arrange salmon pieces in a single layer without overcrowding.
- Sear each salmon cube for 2-3 minutes per side, cultivating a golden, crisp exterior that promises textural delight. Extract the beautifully caramelized morsels and reserve.
- Transfer the seared salmon into a generous mixing vessel, cascading the Bang Bang sauce over the cubes. Tenderly integrate the sauce, ensuring each piece glistens with the vibrant coating.
- Elevate the presentation by scattering fresh parsley or cilantro, slicing verdant green onions, and sprinkling toasted sesame seeds. Serve immediately, presenting a tantalizing appetizer or dynamic main course.
Notes
- Pat salmon completely dry to achieve maximum crispiness and prevent steaming instead of searing.
- Use fresh salmon fillets with minimal moisture for the best texture and golden-brown exterior.
- Avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure each salmon bite gets direct heat and develops a perfect crispy crust.
- Adjust spice levels in the Bang Bang sauce by increasing or decreasing sriracha and cayenne pepper according to personal heat tolerance.
- For a lighter version, substitute regular mayonnaise with Greek yogurt or low-fat mayonnaise to reduce calories.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg