Bang Bang Salmon Bites (Printable Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ Salmon Bites
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0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper (toss it in if you want a little kick)
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0.5 teaspoon black pepper
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0.5 teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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680 g skinless salmon, chopped into bite-size chunks
→ Bang Bang Sauce
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1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice
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1 tablespoon honey
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1 tablespoon sriracha sauce (use more or less depending on your spicy mood)
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60 ml Thai sweet chili sauce
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120 ml mayonnaise
→ Garnish (optional)
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Sesame seeds
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Green onions, thinly sliced
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Chopped fresh parsley or cilantro
# Steps to Follow:
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Just before eating, add a sprinkle of parsley or cilantro, green onions, and maybe a dash of sesame seeds. Enjoy it right away for the best crunch.
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Pop the finished salmon onto paper towels. Let any leftover oil soak up. Either pour sauce all over or toss everything together super gently in a bowl.
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Get your big skillet hot on medium-high. Splash in a bit of olive oil. Give the salmon cubes enough room in the pan. Fry all the sides for 2–3 minutes until you’ve got crispy outsides and soft insides. Make a couple of batches if you’ve got lots.
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Grab a bowl and whisk up mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, honey, sriracha, and lime juice till it feels nice and smooth. Taste and tweak the sriracha or honey if you want. Keep it to the side for now.
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Dump your salmon chunks in a mixing bowl with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and that optional cayenne. Toss everything around till the seasoning sticks everywhere.
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Dry off your salmon with paper towels. Chop it into even little chunks about 2.5 cm wide.
# Additional Tips:
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Make sure your salmon isn’t wet before you season it. That way, it crisps up better.
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You can also use an air fryer. Set it to 200°C and cook for 8–10 minutes, giving them a turn halfway.