Bang Bang Salmon
Bang Bang Salmon is a show-stopping dish that combines perfectly cooked salmon with a creamy, spicy bang bang sauce. The contrast of the crispy exterior and tender fish makes for an unforgettable meal that’s quick enough for weeknight dinners yet impressive enough for entertaining guests. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a restaurant-quality dish at home that will leave your family and friends raving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 (6 oz) fresh wild-caught salmon fillets
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon sriracha (adjust to taste)
- 2 green onions, chopped
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
- Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and sriracha until smooth.
- Place salmon fillets on a parchment-lined baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil.
- Spread the bang bang sauce generously over each fillet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until the salmon is flaky and cooked through.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions before serving with lemon wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: - Marinate the salmon in the bang bang sauce for at least 30 minutes before baking for enhanced flavor. - For a lighter twist, substitute Greek yogurt for mayonnaise. - To add heat, increase the amount of sriracha in the sauce.