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Bang Bang Salmon

Bang Bang Salmon: Quick, Creamy Bliss for Dinner Nights

Bang Bang Salmon is a quick, creamy dish that balances spicy and savory flavors, perfect for dinner nights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Marinating Time 5 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Greek yogurt can be used as a substitute.
  • 2 tablespoons Sriracha Adjust to taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Sweet Chili Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice Fresh juice is best.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic may be used instead.
For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon Fillets Use fresh or properly thawed.
Optional Garnishes
  • to taste Fresh Herbs Cilantro or parsley.
  • 1 lime Lime Wedges For serving.

Equipment

  • non-stick skillet
  • medium bowl
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Sauce: In a medium bowl, combine mayonnaise, sriracha, sweet chili sauce, lime juice, and garlic powder. Whisk until smooth and well-blended. Set aside.
  2. Coat Salmon: Place salmon fillets in the bowl with the sauce. Coat each fillet generously. Let sit for about 5 minutes.
  3. Cook Salmon: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add a splash of oil. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes.
  4. Finish Cooking: Flip salmon and cook for an additional 4-5 minutes until fully cooked and flaky.
  5. Serve: Transfer cooked salmon to plates, drizzle with extra sauce if desired, and garnish with fresh herbs or lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet to maintain texture.

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