Description
Bang Bang Salmon is a mouthwatering dish that perfectly balances spicy and creamy flavors, making it an irresistible choice for any occasion. This quick and easy recipe can be prepared in just 25 minutes, allowing you to impress your family or guests without spending hours in the kitchen. With a delightful combination of smoky paprika and sweet chili sauce, each bite is a flavor explosion that’s also health-conscious, packed with protein and healthy fats. Serve it over rice, in tacos, or alongside a fresh salad for versatile meal options. Whether it’s a weeknight dinner or a festive gathering, this Bang Bang Salmon will surely become a staple in your culinary repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp sweet chili sauce
- 1 tbsp sriracha (to taste)
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional, for sweetness)
- 1 tsp rice vinegar or lime juice
- Chopped green onions
- Sesame seeds
- Fresh lime wedges
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place the salmon fillets on it.
- Drizzle with olive oil and season with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Bake for about 15 minutes until the salmon is cooked through (internal temperature should reach 145°F/63°C).
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey/maple syrup (optional), and rice vinegar/lime juice until smooth.
- Remove the salmon from the oven, drizzle with the Bang Bang sauce, garnish with green onions and sesame seeds, and serve with lime wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg