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Bang Bang Salmon Recipe

Bang Bang Salmon Recipe

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If you’re searching for a quick yet impressive dinner, look no further than this Bang Bang Salmon Recipe. This delightful dish combines perfectly cooked salmon with a creamy, sweet, and spicy sauce that is bound to become a favorite in your household. With just 10 minutes of prep time, you can serve a nutritious meal packed with protein and healthy fats that pleases even the pickiest eaters. Whether you’re hosting family or simply enjoying a weeknight dinner, this recipe offers versatility—pair it with rice, veggies, or salad for a complete meal. Once you try it, you’ll find yourself making this flavorful salmon dish again and again.

Ingredients

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  • 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each, skin-on or skinless)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tbsp sriracha (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional, for sweetness)
  • 1 tsp rice vinegar or lime juice
  • Chopped green onions
  • Sesame seeds
  • Fresh lime wedges

Instructions

  1. Season the salmon fillets with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the seasoned salmon fillets skin-side down for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
  3. In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha (to taste), honey or maple syrup (if desired), and rice vinegar or lime juice to create the sauce.
  4. Serve the cooked salmon on plates, drizzled generously with the bang bang sauce and topped with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.
  5. Enjoy immediately with fresh lime wedges on the side.

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