Description
This Bang Bang Salmon recipe delivers a flavorful, spicy, and creamy dish made perfect in just 15 minutes. Fresh salmon fillets are baked to tender perfection and topped with a zesty homemade Bang Bang sauce featuring sriracha, honey, lime, and savory seasonings for a quick and delicious seafood meal.
Ingredients
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Salmon
- 2 fillets Salmon (fresh, for best flavor and texture)
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil (for searing or baking)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
Bang Bang Sauce
- 1/2 cup Mayonnaise (low-fat or vegan optional)
- 2 tablespoons Sriracha
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Ginger powder
Instructions
- Prepare the salmon: Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture. This helps achieve a better texture when cooked. Season both sides generously with salt and black pepper to enhance the natural flavor.
- Make the Bang Bang sauce: In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, sriracha, honey, soy sauce, lime juice, sesame oil, garlic powder, and ginger powder. Whisk the ingredients together thoroughly until the sauce is smooth and well blended, balancing spicy, sweet, and savory flavors.
- Preheat oven and prepare baking sheet: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup. Place the seasoned salmon fillets on the lined baking sheet.
- Bake the salmon: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake the salmon for 12-15 minutes, until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. The high heat allows the salmon to remain moist while cooking quickly.
- Finish with Bang Bang sauce: Remove the salmon from the oven and immediately drizzle the prepared Bang Bang sauce generously over each fillet. You can garnish with chopped green onions for added freshness and color.
- Serve hot: Serve the Bang Bang Salmon immediately while hot to enjoy the full, vibrant flavors of the dish at their best.
Notes
- Using fresh salmon fillets is key to achieving the best taste and texture.
- For a lighter sauce, substitute regular mayonnaise with low-fat or vegan mayonnaise.
- Adjust the amount of sriracha to suit your preference for spiciness.
- Oven temperature may vary; check salmon doneness after 12 minutes to avoid overcooking.
- Garnish with chopped green onions or sesame seeds for extra flavor and presentation.
