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Bang Bang Salmon

Savory Bang Bang Salmon in Just 15 Minutes, You’ll Love It!

This Bang Bang Salmon recipe is a quick, delicious, and customizable dish that transforms dinner into a gourmet experience.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 1 minute
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 2 fillets Salmon Ensure you choose skin-on fillets for that extra crispy finish.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Look for high smoke point oils to avoid burning.
  • to taste Salt Enhances the flavor; feel free to adjust according to your taste.
  • to taste Black Pepper Use freshly ground pepper for a richer aroma and taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Substitute with fresh garlic for a bolder punch.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Smoked paprika adds a special twist.
For the Bang Bang Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise The creamy base for your sauce; Greek yogurt lightens it while keeping it rich.
  • 1/4 cup Sweet Chili Sauce Delivers a delightful sweetness with a hint of spice.
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha Adjust according to your heat preference.
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Sweetens the sauce nicely; feel free to swap with maple syrup.
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice Always opt for fresh for the best taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions Slice them thinly for a stunning garnish.

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Bang Bang Salmon
  1. Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel. Season both sides with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Allow to rest for 5 minutes.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  3. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down into the hot skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes until opaque and flakes easily.
  4. In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and lime juice until smooth. Adjust flavor as needed.
  5. Remove salmon from heat and let rest for 1 minute. Drizzle with Bang Bang sauce and garnish with thinly sliced green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 34gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For a different flavor, consider swapping salmon for chicken or shrimp, or baking instead of pan-frying.

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