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Bang Bang Salmon

A quick and creamy dish featuring perfectly baked salmon fillets topped with a zesty and spicy bang bang sauce. Ideal for a cozy dinner or impressing guests.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 pieces salmon fillets (6 oz each) Fresh or thawed if frozen
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil For drizzling
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
For the Bang Bang Sauce
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha Adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup Optional, for sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar or lime juice
For Garnish
  • Chopped green onions For garnish
  • Sesame seeds For garnish
  • Fresh lime wedges For serving

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place the salmon fillets on it.
  3. Drizzle with olive oil and season with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
Cooking
  1. Bake for 12-15 minutes until cooked through.
Making the Sauce
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey (if using), and vinegar or lime juice.
Serving
  1. Once the salmon is done, drizzle the bang bang sauce on top and garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.

Notes

For a thicker sauce, add a bit more mayo. For a vegan option, swap salmon for tofu or cauliflower. Add nuts for extra crunch!