Description
Bang Bang Salmon is an irresistible dish that features succulent salmon fillets smothered in a creamy, spicy sauce. This quick and easy recipe makes for a perfect weeknight dinner or an impressive centerpiece for special occasions. With its delightful balance of savory and sweet flavors, it caters to every palate, ensuring a satisfying experience for seafood lovers. Serve it over rice, salad, or veggies to create a vibrant, colorful meal that is as beautiful as it is delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp sweet chili sauce
- 1 tbsp sriracha (to taste)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Optional: honey or maple syrup, lime juice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Brush the mixture over the salmon fillets.
- Bake the seasoned salmon on the prepared baking sheet for 12-15 minutes until flaky.
- While the salmon bakes, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha (to taste), honey or maple syrup (if using), and lime juice in a mixing bowl until smooth.
- Once baked, drizzle the salmon with bang bang sauce and garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 377
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 563mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 112mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, marinate the salmon briefly before cooking. Adjust the sriracha amount based on your desired spice level. Garnishing with fresh herbs adds visual appeal.