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Bang Bang Salmon

Delicious Bang Bang Salmon Ready in Just 15 Minutes

This Bang Bang Salmon is a quick and easy dish that combines bold flavors for an extraordinary meal.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 2 fillets Salmon skin-on for crispy exterior
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil high smoke point oil for frying
  • to taste Salt adjust to personal preference
  • to taste Black Pepper freshly ground
For the Bang Bang Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise substitute with Greek yogurt for light version
  • 3 tablespoons Sweet Chili Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha adjust based on spice tolerance
  • 1 tablespoon Honey maple syrup is a substitute
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice freshly squeezed
For Seasoning the Salmon
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder or use fresh garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika smoked paprika for extra flavor
For Garnishing
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions thinly sliced

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • whisk
  • bowl
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel. Season both sides with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika; let rest for 5 minutes.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
  3. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the skillet and cook undisturbed for 4-5 minutes until golden brown. Flip and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the salmon is opaque and reaches 145°F.
  4. While the salmon cooks, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and lime juice until smooth.
  5. Transfer cooked salmon to a serving plate, drizzle with Bang Bang sauce, and garnish with sliced green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure fillets are dry before seasoning for a perfect sear. Avoid overcrowding the pan while cooking for even heat circulation.

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