Bang Bang Salmon Bowls Recipe
These Bang Bang Salmon Bowls are a vibrant and flavorful dish featuring tender baked or air-fried salmon cubes tossed in a spicy-sweet bang bang sauce. Served over fluffy rice and topped with fresh vegetables and herbs, this recipe offers a delicious, balanced meal perfect for lunch or dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes (baking) or 10 minutes (air frying)
- Total Time: 22 minutes (baking) or 20 minutes (air frying)
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon
- 1.5 lbs salmon fillet, skin removed and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Bang Bang Sauce
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp sweet chili sauce
- 1 tbsp sriracha
- 1 tsp honey
- 1 tsp rice vinegar
Bowl Toppings and Base
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup thinly sliced cucumber
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven or Air Fryer: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) if baking, or preheat your air fryer to 390°F (195°C) to prepare for cooking the salmon.
- Season the Salmon: In a bowl, toss the cubed salmon with olive oil, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated for a flavorful crust.
- Cook the Salmon: For baking, spread the salmon cubes in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes until cooked through and slightly crispy. For air frying, place salmon in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook for 8-10 minutes, shaking halfway through to ensure even crisping.
- Prepare the Bang Bang Sauce: While the salmon cooks, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and rice vinegar in a small bowl until smooth and fully combined.
- Assemble the Bowls: Divide the cooked rice equally among four bowls, then top each with the cooked salmon, shredded carrots, sliced cucumber, green onions, and cilantro.
- Drizzle Sauce and Serve: Generously spoon the bang bang sauce over each assembled bowl, offering a perfect balance of creamy, spicy, and tangy flavors. Serve immediately for best taste.
Notes
- You can use either baking or air frying based on your preference; air frying tends to give a crisper texture in less time.
- Adjust the amount of sriracha in the sauce to make it more or less spicy according to your taste.
- Leftover salmon and sauce can be refrigerated for up to 2 days but are best enjoyed fresh.
- For a low-carb option, substitute the rice with cauliflower rice or quinoa.
- Ensure salmon is cooked to an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) for safety.
Keywords: Bang Bang, Salmon, Salmon Bowls, Spicy Salmon, Asian Sauce, Healthy Bowls, Air Fryer Salmon, Baked Salmon Bowl
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