Description

This bold and creamy bang bang salmon is packed with spicy-sweet flavor and comes together in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

For the Salmon:

4 salmon fillets (skin-on or skinless, 5–6 oz each)

1 tablespoon olive oil

Salt and pepper, to taste

1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

For the Bang Bang Sauce:

1/4 cup mayonnaise

2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce

1 tablespoon sriracha (adjust to heat preference)

1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup

1 teaspoon lime juice (optional, for tang)

Cook Mode Prevent your screen from going dark

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C), or heat a skillet over medium-high heat.

Pat salmon fillets dry and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.

For baking: Place salmon on a parchment-lined baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and bake for 12–14 minutes until cooked through.
For pan-searing: Heat oil in a skillet, cook salmon 4–5 minutes per side until golden and fully cooked.

While salmon cooks, whisk together all Bang Bang sauce ingredients until smooth.

Once salmon is done, spoon or drizzle Bang Bang sauce over the top.

Garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, or a squeeze of lime, if desired.

Serve immediately with rice, noodles, or a side salad.

Notes

Sauce can be adjusted to taste—add more honey for sweetness or sriracha for heat.

Works great with shrimp or tofu as well.

Bang Bang Salmon bowls are great: serve over rice with cabbage slaw and avocado.

Store leftover sauce separately and drizzle just before serving.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 12–14 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Baked, Pan-Seared
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired, Fusion