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Bang Bang Salmon

Delicious Bang Bang Salmon Ready in Just 15 Minutes

This delicious Bang Bang Salmon combines sweet and spicy flavors in a quick, heart-healthy dish that impresses at dinner.
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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: Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 2 fillets Salmon Skin-on for extra crunch
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly cracked for best flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Adds depth of flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Smoked paprika can deepen the flavor
For the Bang Bang Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Greek yogurt is a lighter alternative
  • 2 tablespoons Sweet Chili Sauce Infuses sweetness and mild kick
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha Adjust for heat preference
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Maple syrup can be used instead
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice Crucial for tanginess
For Garnishing
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions Finely chopped for garnish

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Begin by patting the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel and season with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  3. Cook the salmon fillets skin-side down for 4-5 minutes until golden, then flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes until cooked through.
  4. In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and lime juice.
  5. Drizzle the Bang Bang sauce over the salmon and garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 550mgPotassium: 850mgSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure the salmon is patted dry for a crispy crust. Adjust sriracha level based on your spice preference. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

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