Description
Experience the delightful flavors of Bang Bang Salmon, a quick and easy dish that perfectly balances crispy salmon with a creamy, spicy sauce. This vibrant recipe combines the sweetness of chili sauce with a kick from sriracha, making it an irresistible choice for both weeknight dinners and special occasions. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can impress your family and friends with this flavorful seafood dish. Serve it alongside fresh salads or hearty grains for a complete meal that’s packed with protein and healthy fats.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp sweet chili sauce
- 1 tbsp sriracha
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
- 1 tsp rice vinegar or lime juice
- Chopped green onions for garnish
- Sesame seeds for garnish
- Fresh lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Brush the mixture onto both sides of the salmon fillets.
- Place the seasoned salmon on the prepared baking sheet and bake for about 15 minutes until flaky.
- While the salmon bakes, mix mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey or maple syrup (if using), and rice vinegar or lime juice in a separate bowl until smooth.
- Once baked, drizzle the sauce over each fillet and garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds. Serve with fresh lime wedges.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 367
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 546mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 102mg