Description
A quick and easy 15-minute recipe for crispy, pan-fried salmon bites coated in a creamy, sweet, and spicy Bang Bang sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights and meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs fresh salmon fillets, skin removed and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
- 1 to 2 tablespoons sriracha
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Chopped green onions and sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels and cut into 1-inch cubes.
- In a shallow dish, combine panko breadcrumbs, cornstarch, garlic powder, and paprika.
- In a separate shallow bowl, beat the egg until smooth.
- Dip each salmon cube into the egg wash, then roll in the panko mixture, pressing gently to coat. Place on a wire rack.
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, lime juice, and honey. Set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add salmon bites in a single layer (cook in batches if necessary) and fry for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove salmon from pan and place on a serving platter.
- Drizzle the Bang Bang sauce generously over the top.
- Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
Ensure salmon is patted very dry before coating to ensure crispiness. Do not overcrowd the pan to prevent steaming. For a gluten-free option, swap panko for crushed gluten-free crackers or almond flour. For a dairy-free option, use dairy-free mayo. The sauce can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to a week. Reheat leftovers in an air fryer or oven to maintain crispiness.
- Prep Time: 11 minutes
- Cook Time: 8-10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4-5 bites with sauce
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 20
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