Description
Crispy Bang Bang Salmon Bites tender chunks of salmon coated in a light, crispy crust and tossed in a creamy, spicy-sweet Bang Bang sauce. A quick, flavorful appetizer or main dish that’s ready in minutes!
Ingredients
1 lb salmon fillet, skin removed and cut into 1-inch cubes
1/2 cup cornstarch
2 large eggs, beaten
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp paprika
Cooking oil for frying
2 tbsp mayonnaise
1 tbsp sweet chili sauce
1 tsp sriracha
1 tsp honey
1 tsp lime juice
Chopped green onions or sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
1. Pat salmon pieces dry with paper towels and season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
2. Set up three bowls: one with cornstarch, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko breadcrumbs.
3. Dredge each salmon cube first in cornstarch, then dip in egg, and coat with breadcrumbs.
4. Heat about 1/2 inch of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
5. Fry salmon bites in batches for 2–3 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
6. Remove and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
7. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and lime juice.
8. Toss the crispy salmon bites in the Bang Bang sauce until lightly coated.
9. Garnish with green onions or sesame seeds and serve immediately.
Notes
For a lighter version, bake at 400°F (200°C) for 12–15 minutes or air fry at 390°F for 8–10 minutes.
Adjust the heat level by adding more or less sriracha.
Serve with jasmine rice, on tacos, or over salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Fried
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5–6 pieces
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Bang Bang salmon, crispy salmon bites, spicy salmon, easy appetizer, seafood recipe