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Close-up handheld smartphone photo of bite-sized Bang Bang Salmon Bites with glossy sauce and green onions.

Bang Bang Salmon Bites: The Ultimate 20-Minute Crispy Appetizer

Crispy, oven-baked Bang Bang Salmon Bites featuring perfectly charred edges and a creamy, spicy-sweet orange chili-mayo sauce. A high-protein, viral Pinterest favorite that is ready in just 20 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Appetizer, Dinner
Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Calories: 345
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 lbs Salmon Fillets Skinless, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 tbsp Avocado Oil High smoke point for charring
  • 1 tbsp Cornstarch For extra crispiness
  • 1/2 tsp Sea Salt
  • 1/2 cup Kewpie Mayonnaise Substitute with regular mayo if needed
  • 1/4 cup Sweet Thai Chili Sauce
  • 1 tbsp Sriracha Add more for extra heat
  • 2 stalks Green Onions Finely sliced for garnish
  • 1/2 tsp Red Chili Flakes

Equipment

  • 1 Baking Sheet Lined with parchment paper
  • 2 Mixing bowls

Method
 

Prepare the Salmon
  1. Pat salmon dry. Cut into 1-inch cubes. Toss with avocado oil, salt, pepper, and cornstarch.
  2. Arrange on a baking sheet and bake at 425°F (220°C) for 12-15 minutes until edges are charred.
Sauce and Finish
  1. In a bowl, mix mayo, sweet chili sauce, and sriracha until creamy and orange.
  2. Toss hot salmon cubes in the sauce. Garnish with green onions and chili flakes.

Notes

Use a wire rack on the baking sheet for even more airflow and crispiness.
Double the sauce if you want to serve these as a bowl over rice.