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Bang Bang Salmon Bites Bowls for a Flavorful Family Feast

A delicious and colorful dish featuring crispy salmon bites, vibrant veggies, and a creamy Bang Bang sauce, perfect for quick weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon Bites
  • 1 pound Salmon Can be substituted with chicken or tofu.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can be used.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Regular paprika is an alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground preferred.
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs Regular breadcrumbs can be used.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Spray oil is an option.
For the Bang Bang Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Greek yogurt can lighten it up.
  • 1/4 cup Sweet Chili Sauce Can be homemade.
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha Adjust to spice tolerance.
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Maple syrup can be a vegan substitute.
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice Lemon juice can be used.
For the Bowl Assembly
  • 2 cups Jasmine Rice Cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.
  • 1 cup Purple Cabbage Can use green cabbage or shredded lettuce.
  • 1 medium Avocado Optional.
  • 1 cup Shredded Carrots Bell peppers or radishes can be substitutes.
  • 1/4 cup Green Onions For garnish.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Skip if not preferred.
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds For garnish.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Air Fryer
  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking Sheet
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) or the air fryer to 390°F (200°C). Gather your ingredients to streamline the cooking process.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, toss the fresh salmon cubes with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Coat the seasoned salmon cubes with panko breadcrumbs and lightly spray with olive oil.
  4. Place the salmon bites on a baking sheet or air fryer basket and cook for 12-15 minutes in the oven or 8-10 minutes in the air fryer.
  5. While the salmon is cooking, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, lime juice, and honey to make the Bang Bang sauce.
  6. In each serving dish, layer jasmine rice, purple cabbage, sliced avocado, and shredded carrots.
  7. Drizzle Bang Bang sauce over the salmon bites and garnish with green onions, cilantro, and sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, do not overcrowd the pan and ensure even sizing of salmon pieces for even cooking.

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