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Bang Bang Salmon

Bang Bang Salmon: Spicy, Creamy Delight in Just 25 Minutes

Bang Bang Salmon is a creamy and spicy dish that takes only 25 minutes to make, perfect for quick yet impressive dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon Fillets Skin-on or skinless based on preference
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can be swapped with avocado oil
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Regular paprika is a viable alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Sea salt is best
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground ensures optimal flavor
For the Bang Bang Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Greek yogurt can be used as a lighter substitute
  • 1/4 cup Sweet Chili Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha Adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar Or lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon Honey or Maple Syrup Optional
For Garnish (Optional)
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Green Onions Chives are a great substitute
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds Skip if you don’t have them
  • 1 lime Fresh Lime Wedges Lemons can replace for a different flavor

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • grill
  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) or heat a skillet over medium heat. Pat the salmon fillets dry and brush with olive oil. Season with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  2. For baking, lay fillets on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes. For grilling, cook skin-side down for 4-5 minutes per side. For pan-searing, heat oil in a skillet and cook skin-side down for 4-5 minutes, then flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and rice vinegar or lime juice. Adjust the spice level to your preference.
  4. Transfer cooked salmon to a serving plate and drizzle with Bang Bang sauce. Garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, or lime wedges.
  5. Serve immediately alongside sides like rice or vegetables for a complete meal.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 30gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 800mgSugar: 4gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This dish can also be adapted with tofu or cod if desired. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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