Bang Bang Salmon Bites Bowls

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Created on August 29th, 2025 at 05:12 pm

Bang Bang salmon bowls with cauliflower rice

Crispy, spicy, and loaded with flavor 🌶️

If you love sweet heat and crave a dinner that’s as bold as it is beautiful, these Bang Bang Salmon Bites Bowls are your new go-to. Crispy salmon bites—juicy on the inside, golden on the outside—are tossed in a creamy, spicy Bang Bang sauce and nestled into bowls with fluffy rice and crunchy veggies. Whether you’re looking for a weeknight dinner idea, a salmon meal prep recipe, or a colorful bowl packed with nutrients, this dish checks every box. Best part? You can bake or air-fry the salmon for max crunch with minimal fuss. 🍽️✨

⏱️ Time Breakdown

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 27 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls

📝 Ingredients List

For the Salmon Bites:

1 lb fresh salmon, skinless and cut into bite-sized cubes
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
1 tbsp olive oil (or spray for crisping)

For the Bang Bang Sauce:

½ cup mayonnaise
2 tbsp sweet chili sauce
1 tbsp sriracha (adjust to spice level)
1 tsp honey (optional)
Juice of ½ lime

For the Bowls:

2 cups cooked jasmine rice (or cauliflower rice for low-carb)
1 cup shredded purple cabbage
1 avocado, sliced
½ cup shredded carrots
2 green onions, sliced
Fresh cilantro and sesame seeds, for garnish

✨ Kitchen Tools You’ll Need

This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets, just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress-free:

Air fryer or oven
Large mixing bowl
Cutting board
Sharp knife
Measuring spoons & cups
Whisk or small spoon (for the sauce)
Baking tray or air fryer basket
Serving bowls

👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Beginner-Friendly Instructions

Preheat your appliance
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) or air fryer to 390°F (200°C).
Season the salmon
In a bowl, toss the salmon cubes with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until coated evenly.
Coat in breadcrumbs
Press each piece into the panko breadcrumbs until fully coated. Lightly spray or drizzle with olive oil.
Bake or air-fry until crispy
- Oven: Place on a parchment-lined baking tray and bake for 12–14 minutes, or until golden.
- Air fryer: Cook in batches at 390°F for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway through for even crispness.
Make the Bang Bang sauce
In a small bowl, whisk together the mayo, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, lime juice, and honey until creamy. 🌶️🥣
Assemble the bowls
Add jasmine rice to each bowl, followed by cabbage, carrots, avocado slices, and hot salmon bites. Drizzle generously with Bang Bang sauce.
Garnish and serve
Sprinkle green onions, fresh cilantro, and sesame seeds on top. Serve immediately or store for later. 🥑✨

💡 Pro Tips

Storage: Store salmon bites and sauce separately in airtight containers for up to 3 days. Reheat in the air fryer or oven.
Sauce swap: Sub Greek yogurt for mayo for a lighter version.
Meal prep tip: Pre-chop your veggies and cook the rice in advance to save time on busy nights.
Serving idea: Swap rice with quinoa, mixed greens, or noodles for variation.

📊 Nutrition Table

Serving Size	Calories	Protein	Carbs	Fat	Fiber	Sugar
1 bowl	460	32g	28g	24g	2g	5g

Disclaimer: Nutrition facts are estimated using online tools and may vary based on your ingredients and preparation. Please consult a nutritionist for precise dietary advice.