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Bang Bang Salmon Bites Bowls Recipe

Bang Bang Salmon Bites Bowls Recipe
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Bang Bang Salmon Bites Bowls are a delicious and vibrant meal featuring crispy, flavorful salmon cubes coated in panko breadcrumbs, baked or air-fried to perfection, and drizzled with a creamy, spicy Bang Bang sauce. Served over a bed of jasmine rice with fresh shredded cabbage, avocado, carrots, and garnished with green onions, cilantro, and sesame seeds, this dish offers an exciting fusion of textures and flavors perfect for a quick, satisfying lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

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For the Salmon Bites:

  • 1 lb fresh salmon (skinless and cut into bite-sized cubes)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or spray for crisping

For the Bang Bang Sauce:

  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tbsp sriracha (adjust to spice level)
  • 1 tsp honey (optional)
  • Juice of ½ lime

For the Bowls:

  • 2 cups cooked jasmine rice (or cauliflower rice)
  • 1 cup shredded purple cabbage
  • 1 avocado (sliced)
  • ½ cup shredded carrots
  • 2 green onions (sliced)
  • Fresh cilantro and sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven or Air Fryer: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) or your air fryer to 390°F (200°C) to ensure perfect cooking temperature for crispy salmon bites.
  2. Season the Salmon: In a mixing bowl, toss the salmon cubes with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until each piece is evenly coated with the seasoning.
  3. Coat in Breadcrumbs: Gently press each seasoned salmon cube into the panko breadcrumbs, ensuring they are well covered. Lightly spray or brush the coated pieces with olive oil to help them crisp up during cooking.
  4. Bake or Air-Fry: If using an oven, place the breadcrumb-coated salmon on a parchment-lined baking tray and bake for 12–14 minutes or until golden and crispy. For an air fryer, cook the salmon in batches at 390°F for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway through to achieve even crispiness.
  5. Make the Bang Bang Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, lime juice, and honey until the sauce is smooth and creamy, adjusting sriracha to your desired spice level.
  6. Assemble the Bowls: Start by placing the cooked jasmine rice as the base in serving bowls. Arrange the shredded purple cabbage, sliced avocado, shredded carrots, and crispy salmon bites on top. Drizzle generously with the Bang Bang sauce and garnish with sliced green onions, fresh cilantro leaves, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds for added flavor and texture.

Notes

  • For a lighter option, substitute the jasmine rice with cauliflower rice to reduce calories and carbs.
  • Adjust the sriracha quantity in the sauce to match your preferred spice level.
  • Air frying tends to yield crispier salmon bites with less oil compared to baking.
  • To keep the salmon bites extra crispy, serve immediately after cooking.
  • Honey in the sauce is optional but adds a nice balance to the heat and tanginess.

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