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Bang Bang Salmon Recipe

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Bang Bang Salmon is a flavorful and spicy dish featuring perfectly cooked salmon fillets topped with a creamy, tangy, and slightly sweet Bang Bang sauce. This versatile recipe offers multiple cooking options—baking, grilling, or pan-searing—to suit your kitchen setup and preferences. Finished with a garnish of chopped green onions, sesame seeds, and fresh lime wedges, this vibrant dish is quick to prepare and perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner or a special occasion.

Ingredients

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Salmon

  • 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each, skin-on or skinless)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper

Bang Bang Sauce

  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tbsp sriracha (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional, for sweetness)
  • 1 tsp rice vinegar or lime juice

Garnish

  • Chopped green onions
  • Sesame seeds
  • Fresh lime wedges

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Salmon: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) if baking. Alternatively, heat a skillet over medium-high heat to pan-sear or preheat your grill to medium heat if grilling. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels, brush them with olive oil, and then season evenly with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Cook the Salmon: Depending on your preferred method:
    – To Bake: Place salmon skin-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
    – To Grill: Oil the grill grates well, place the salmon skin-side down, and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, handling carefully to prevent sticking.
    – To Pan-Sear: Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, cook skin-side down for 4-5 minutes, then flip and cook an additional 3-4 minutes until golden and cooked through.
  3. Make the Bang Bang Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey or maple syrup (if using), and rice vinegar or lime juice. Taste and adjust the heat or sweetness by adding more sriracha or sweet chili sauce as desired.
  4. Assemble the Dish: Transfer salmon fillets to a serving plate, drizzle generously with the Bang Bang sauce, and garnish with chopped green onions, sesame seeds, and lime wedges.
  5. Serve and Enjoy: Serve immediately with side dishes like rice, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad to complement the bold flavors of the salmon.

Notes

  • You can adjust the spice level of the sauce by adding more or less sriracha.
  • For a dairy-free version, ensure mayonnaise is egg-based and free of dairy, or use vegan mayo.
  • Skin-on salmon is recommended for grilling and pan-searing to improve texture and prevent sticking.
  • If you prefer a sweeter sauce, honey or maple syrup is optional but recommended.
  • Cook salmon until it reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) for safe consumption.
  • Leftover sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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