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Bang Bang Salmon

Savor Quick Bang Bang Salmon with Creamy Spicy Sauce

Enjoy this Bang Bang Salmon recipe that's quick, protein-rich, and delivers a delightful sweet and spicy flavor.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 2 fillets Salmon fresh or thawed
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil can use vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper freshly ground for best flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder or substitute with fresh garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika or chili powder for extra heat
For the Bang Bang Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise can substitute with Greek yogurt
  • 3 tablespoons Sweet Chili Sauce essential for the flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha adjust for desired spice level
  • 1 tablespoon Honey maple syrup can be used
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice freshly squeezed preferred
For Garnishing
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions chopped; can substitute with chives

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • measuring spoons
  • Spatula
  • Paper Towels

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 2 minutes.
  3. Place the salmon skin-side down in the skillet and cook undisturbed for 4-5 minutes until a crispy crust forms.
  4. Carefully flip the salmon and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 125°F.
  5. While the salmon cooks, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and lime juice until smooth.
  6. Once salmon is cooked, drain excess oil and let it rest for a minute, then drizzle with Bang Bang sauce and garnish with green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 30gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgSugar: 4gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

This recipe is quick to prepare and offers a gourmet experience at home. Adjust the spice level to your preference and consider making extra sauce for dipping.

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