Description
Succulent Bang Bang Salmon Bites combine crispy panko-crusted salmon with a tangy, spicy sauce that delights seafood enthusiasts. Creamy mayo, sriracha, and sweet chili create an irresistible coating you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (454 g) salmon fillet, skin removed and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsps sweet chili sauce
- 1 tbsp sriracha (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp honey or sugar
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Sauce Preparation: Whisk mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and honey in a mixing bowl until smooth and well-incorporated. Set aside to allow flavors to meld.
- Salmon Preparation: Pat salmon cubes dry with paper towels. Season thoroughly with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper, ensuring even distribution across all pieces.
- Breading Process: Create a breading station with flour, beaten eggs, and panko breadcrumbs. Methodically coat each salmon cube by first dredging in flour, dipping in egg wash, then rolling completely in panko, gently pressing to secure the breading.
- Frying Technique: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat to optimal frying temperature. Carefully fry salmon bites in small batches, cooking 2-3 minutes per side until achieving a crisp, golden-brown exterior and proper internal temperature.
- Finishing Touch: Drain fried salmon bites on paper towel-lined plate to remove excess oil. Generously coat with prepared Bang Bang sauce, ensuring complete coverage. Garnish with finely chopped green onions, toasted sesame seeds, or red pepper flakes for added visual and flavor dimension.
Notes
- Moisture Control: Pat salmon cubes completely dry with paper towels to prevent soggy breading and ensure a crisp, golden exterior during frying.
- Breading Technique: Press panko crumbs gently but firmly onto salmon to create a secure, even coating that won’t fall off during cooking.
- Oil Temperature Management: Maintain medium heat around 350-375°F to achieve perfect golden-brown color without burning the delicate fish or soggy breading.
- Serving Optimization: Serve immediately after frying to preserve maximum crispiness and prevent the breading from becoming soft and losing its delightful crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 680 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg