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Bang Bang Salmon Bites

Cozy, crispy bites of sweet-spicy comfort, perfect for weeknight dinners and impressive for guests.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salmon and Coating
  • 1 lb fresh salmon (skinless and cut into bite-sized cubes) Best texture and flavor.
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs Crisps better than regular crumbs.
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or spray for crisping Helps achieve golden, crispy texture.
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 Brightens the sauce instantly.
Bowls Assembly
  • 2 cups cooked jasmine rice (or cauliflower rice) Use cauliflower rice for low-carb bowls.
  • 1 cup shredded purple cabbage
  • 1 ea avocado (sliced)
  • ½ cup shredded carrots
  • 2 ea green onions (sliced)
  • Fresh cilantro and sesame seeds for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (or preheat air fryer to 400°F). Line a sheet with parchment.
  2. Season the salmon cubes with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss gently so pieces stay intact.
  3. Coat each cube in panko, pressing lightly so crumbs stick. Then place on the tray in a single layer.
  4. Brush or spray olive oil over the panko.
Cooking
  1. Bake for 12–15 minutes, turning once halfway, until edges are golden and fish flakes easily. In the air fryer, cook for 8–10 minutes and check at 7 minutes.
Make the Sauce
  1. Whisk mayonnaise, sweet chili, sriracha, honey, and lime juice until smooth; taste and adjust heat.
Assembly
  1. Divide rice, then top with purple cabbage, carrots, avocado, and salmon bites.
  2. Drizzle with sauce, sprinkle cilantro and sesame seeds, and serve warm.

Notes

Time-saver: Cut salmon into cubes the night before and refrigerate in a single layer. Avoid overcrowding the pan to prevent crisping.