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Bang Bang Salmon Bites

Crispy Bang Bang Salmon Bites for a Flavor-Packed Dinner

Enjoy delightful Bang Bang Salmon Bites—crispy salmon and a creamy, spicy-sweet sauce for a satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Total Time 29 minutes
Servings: 4 bites
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon Bites
  • 1 pound salmon cut into bite-sized cubes
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika or regular paprika
  • to taste salt
  • to taste black pepper
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs or crushed cornflakes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or spray for coating
For the Bang Bang Sauce
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce adjust based on preference
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha adjust for heat
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice or lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon honey optional
For Serving
  • 2 cups jasmine rice or cauliflower rice
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage
  • 1 medium avocado sliced
  • 1 cup carrots grated
  • 1/4 cup green onions sliced
  • 1/4 cup cilantro fresh, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds optional

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Air Fryer
  • Mixing Bowl
  • shallow dish
  • Parchment Paper
  • baking tray

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) or your air fryer to 390°F (200°C).
  2. Cut the salmon into bite-sized cubes, season with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper, and toss to coat.
  3. Coat the salmon cubes in panko breadcrumbs.
  4. Arrange the coated salmon bites on a parchment-lined baking tray or in the air fryer basket.
  5. Cook the bites in the oven for 12–14 minutes or in the air fryer for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  6. While cooking, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, lime juice, and honey for the sauce.
  7. Assemble bowls with rice, topped with salmon bites, shredded cabbage, avocado, and carrots.
  8. Garnish with green onions, cilantro, and sesame seeds, and serve with lime wedges if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 4bitesCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Make sure to dry the salmon well before seasoning for optimal crispiness. For reheating, the oven or air fryer is preferred to maintain texture.

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