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Crispy Bang Bang Salmon Bites

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Crispy Bang Bang Salmon Bites are tender cubes of salmon coated in a crunchy breading and tossed in a creamy, spicy-sweet sauce. This fun and flavorful dish is perfect as an appetizer, main course, or taco filling.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb fresh salmon fillet, skin removed and cut into bite-sized cubes
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/3 cup cornstarch or all-purpose flour
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • Oil for frying or air frying
  • Chopped green onions or sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
  • For the Bang Bang Sauce:
  • 1/3 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 1–2 tbsp sriracha or hot sauce (to taste)
  • 1 tbsp lime juice or rice vinegar

Instructions

  1. Pat the salmon cubes dry and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  2. Set up three dredging bowls: one with cornstarch or flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko breadcrumbs.
  3. Dip each salmon piece first in cornstarch, then in egg, and finally coat with panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
  4. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat or preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  5. Fry the salmon bites in batches for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy, or air fry for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  6. In a bowl, mix together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and lime juice to make the bang bang sauce.
  7. Toss cooked salmon bites in the sauce or serve the sauce on the side for dipping.
  8. Garnish with chopped green onions or sesame seeds, and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use gluten-free panko and cornstarch for a gluten-free version.
  • Greek yogurt can be used to lighten the bang bang sauce.
  • Air frying or baking is a great alternative to pan-frying for less oil.
  • Best to coat salmon just before cooking to prevent sogginess.
  • Store salmon and sauce separately to keep bites crispy when reheating.

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