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Bang Bang Salmon Bites Bowls: Crispy, Creamy, and Boldly Flavorful

Bang Bang Salmon Bites Bowls: Crispy, Creamy, and Boldly Flavorful
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These Bang Bang Salmon Bites Bowls are crunchy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and packed with fresh, colorful toppings. Tossed with a creamy sweet-and-spicy Bang Bang sauce, this easy bowl recipe is perfect for quick weeknight dinners or simple meal prep. You can bake or air-fry the salmon, making it both flexible and foolproof.

Ingredients

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For the Salmon Bites

  • 1 lb fresh salmon, skinless and cut into bite-sized cubes

  • 1 tsp garlic powder

  • 1 tsp smoked paprika

  • ½ tsp salt

  • ½ tsp black pepper

  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs

  • 1 tbsp olive oil or cooking spray

For the Bang Bang Sauce

  • ½ cup mayonnaise

  • 2 tbsp sweet chili sauce

  • 1 tbsp sriracha (adjust to taste)

  • 1 tsp honey (optional)

  • Juice of ½ lime

For the Bowls

  • 2 cups cooked jasmine rice (or cauliflower rice)

  • 1 cup shredded purple cabbage

  • ½ cup shredded carrots

  • 1 avocado, sliced

  • 2 green onions, sliced

  • Fresh cilantro and sesame seeds, for garnish

Instructions

1. Preheat

  • Oven: Preheat to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  • Air Fryer: Preheat to 390°F (200°C).

2. Season the Salmon

Place salmon cubes in a bowl and toss with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.

3. Coat with Breadcrumbs

Gently press each salmon piece into the panko breadcrumbs. Lightly spray or drizzle with olive oil for extra crispiness.

4. Cook the Salmon

  • Oven: Arrange salmon on the baking sheet and bake for 12–14 minutes, until golden and cooked through.

  • Air Fryer: Cook in batches for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway, until crispy.

5. Make the Bang Bang Sauce

In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, lime juice, and honey until smooth.

6. Assemble the Bowls

Divide rice between bowls. Top with cabbage, carrots, avocado, and crispy salmon bites. Drizzle generously with Bang Bang sauce and finish with green onions, cilantro, and sesame seeds.

Notes

  • Extra crispy salmon: Don’t overcrowd the air fryer or baking tray. Cook in batches if needed.

  • Milder heat: Reduce the sriracha or skip it entirely for a kid-friendly version.

  • Meal prep: Store salmon, rice, and veggies separately and add sauce just before serving.

  • Swap the base: Try quinoa, brown rice, or cauliflower rice for a lighter bowl.

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