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Bang Bang Salmon Bites Bowls

Savory Bang Bang Salmon Bites Bowls for a Flavorful Night

Indulge in Bang Bang Salmon Bites Bowls, a quick and flavorful dinner option ready in just 27 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 17 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon Bites
  • 1 pound Fresh Salmon Cut into bite-sized cubes
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Substitute with fresh garlic if desired
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Regular paprika works too
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to your taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust according to your taste
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs Regular breadcrumbs can suffice but may lack crunch
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Coconut oil can be a great alternative
For the Bang Bang Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Substitute Greek yogurt for a lighter option
  • 1/4 cup Sweet Chili Sauce Adjust to your spice level preference
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha Adjust according to your heat tolerance
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Optional; can be exchanged with maple syrup for a vegan choice
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice Lemon juice can serve in its place
For the Bowl Assembly
  • 2 cups Cooked Jasmine Rice or cauliflower rice
  • 1 cup Shredded Purple Cabbage Substitutable with green cabbage
  • 1 medium Avocado Can use guacamole instead
  • 1 cup Shredded Carrots Mix in other fresh veggies for variety
  • 2 tablespoons Sliced Green Onions Chives can replace if needed
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Optional garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds Optional garnish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Air Fryer
  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Small Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) or your air fryer to 390°F (200°C) for 10 minutes.
  2. In a mixing bowl, toss the salmon cubes with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Coat each seasoned salmon cube with panko breadcrumbs and lightly spray with olive oil.
  4. Place salmon bites on a baking sheet or in the air fryer basket and bake for 12-15 minutes or air-fry until golden brown.
  5. Prepare the Bang Bang sauce by mixing mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, lime juice, and optional honey.
  6. Assemble the bowls with cooked rice, shredded cabbage, avocado, and shredded carrots.
  7. Top with the crispy salmon bites and drizzle with Bang Bang sauce.
  8. Garnish with sliced green onions, fresh cilantro, and sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2.5mg

Notes

These bowls can be prepared ahead of time; bake just before serving for the best texture. Feel free to adjust spice levels according to preference.

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