Bang Bang Salmon

⏱ Time

Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 12–15 minutes
Total: 25 minutes

🍽 Servings

4

🛒 Ingredients

For the Salmon:

• 4 salmon fillets (4–6 oz / 120–170 g each)

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• ½ tsp garlic powder

• ½ tsp paprika (smoked preferred)

• ¼ tsp black pepper

• ¼ tsp salt (or to taste)

• Optional: pinch cayenne for heat

For Bang Bang Sauce:

• ¼ cup light mayonnaise or Greek yogurt

• 2 tbsp sweet chili sauce

• 1–2 tsp sriracha (adjust heat)

• 1 tsp honey or sugar-free honey substitute

• 1 tsp lemon juice or rice vinegar

• Optional: ½ tsp garlic powder

Garnish (Optional):

• Sliced green onions

• Sesame seeds

• Fresh cilantro

👩‍🍳 Instructions

Step 1: Prepare Salmon

1. Pat salmon dry using paper towels — this helps it crisp.

2. Brush both sides lightly with olive oil.

3. Sprinkle garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper evenly over fillets.

Step 2: Cook Salmon (Choose Method)

🔥 Oven Method:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. Line baking tray with parchment paper.

3. Place salmon skin-side down.

4. Bake for 12–15 minutes until fish flakes easily and internal temp reaches 145°F (63°C).

5. Optional: Broil for 1–2 minutes for golden edges.

🍳 Pan-Seared Method:

1. Heat non-stick pan over medium-high with 1 tsp oil.

2. Cook salmon skin-side down for 4–5 minutes.

3. Flip and cook another 2–3 minutes.

🌬 Air Fryer Method:

1. Preheat to 390°F (200°C).

2. Cook salmon for 8–10 minutes until flaky and lightly crisp.

Step 3: Make Bang Bang Sauce

In a bowl, whisk:

• Light mayo

• Sweet chili sauce

• Sriracha

• Honey

• Lemon juice

• Garlic powder (if using)

Taste and adjust sweetness or heat.

Step 4: Assemble

1. Spoon Bang Bang sauce generously over cooked salmon.

2. Garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, or cilantro.

3. Serve immediately.

🍽 Serving Ideas

• Over jasmine rice or cauliflower rice

• Inside lettuce wraps

• In tacos with cabbage slaw

• With roasted broccoli, asparagus, or cucumber salad

💡 Pro Tips

• Use Greek yogurt instead of mayo for higher protein and fewer calories.

• Let salmon rest 2 minutes before serving for juicier texture.

• Add lime zest to sauce for extra brightness.

🧮 Nutrition (Approx. Per Serving)

Calories: 280
Protein: 34g
Fat: 13g
Carbs: 6g

⭐ WW Points (Estimate)

• With light mayo: 3–4 points

• With Greek yogurt: 2–3 points