Bang Bang Salmon

Bang Bang Salmon – Full Recipe

A quick and flavorful dish featuring tender baked or pan-seared salmon coated in a creamy, spicy “Bang Bang” sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep.

Yield

Serves 2–3
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 12–15 minutes
Total time: 22–25 minutes

🛒 Ingredients

For the Salmon

• 1 lb (450g) salmon fillets, skin on or off

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1/2 tsp salt

• 1/4 tsp black pepper

• 1/2 tsp garlic powder (optional)

For the Bang Bang Sauce

• 1/4 cup mayonnaise

• 2–3 tbsp sweet chili sauce (adjust for sweetness/spice)

• 1–2 tsp sriracha (adjust for heat)

• 1 tsp lime or lemon juice

• Optional garnish: chopped green onions or sesame seeds

Optional Sides

• Steamed rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice

• Steamed broccoli or roasted vegetables

👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

1️⃣ Preheat & Prep

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) if baking, or heat a skillet over medium heat for pan-searing.

2. Pat salmon dry and brush with olive oil.

3. Season lightly with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.

2️⃣ Cook the Salmon

Oven Method:

1. Place salmon on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

2. Bake 12–15 minutes, until salmon flakes easily with a fork.

Skillet Method:

1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.

2. Cook salmon 4–6 minutes per side, depending on thickness, until cooked through.

3️⃣ Make the Bang Bang Sauce

1. In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and lime juice.

2. Mix until smooth.

3. Taste and adjust heat or sweetness as desired.

4️⃣ Serve

1. Place cooked salmon on a plate or over rice/quinoa.

2. Drizzle Bang Bang sauce generously over the top.

3. Garnish with chopped green onions or sesame seeds if desired.

🔥 Tips

• For extra crispiness, broil salmon for the last 1–2 minutes in the oven.

• Adjust sriracha to your spice tolerance — start with 1 tsp and add more gradually.

• Leftovers: Store salmon and sauce separately in the fridge up to 2 days.

• Can be served cold over salads for a lighter version.