Description
Bang Bang Salmon with Avocado Cucumber Salsa is a quick and flavorful weeknight dish featuring tender baked salmon coated in a creamy, sweet, and spicy bang bang sauce. Served over steamed rice and topped with a refreshing avocado cucumber salsa, this dish combines savory, tangy, and fresh elements to create a balanced and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon:
- 1 1/2 pounds salmon filet
- 1-2 tablespoons all-purpose seasoning mix (use homemade or preferred blend)
Bang Bang Sauce:
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
- 1 clove garlic, grated
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
Toppings and Accompaniments:
- Chili crisp for topping
- Cooked rice
- Avocado cucumber salsa (see notes for recipe)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C) to prepare for baking the salmon.
- Prepare Salmon: Cut the salmon into individual portions if desired and pat dry with paper towels. Coat each piece evenly with the all-purpose seasoning mix. Place the seasoned salmon on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Mix Bang Bang Sauce: In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, grated garlic, and soy sauce. Set half of this sauce aside for serving after baking.
- Apply Sauce & Bake: Spread a small spoonful of the bang bang sauce over each piece of seasoned salmon. Place the baking sheet towards the top of the preheated oven and bake the salmon for 10 minutes.
- Broil for Color: After baking, switch your oven to broil and cook the salmon for an additional 2-3 minutes until the tops are golden brown and caramelized, achieving the characteristic bang bang glaze.
- Serve: Serve the salmon over cooked rice with your choice of vegetable, such as the avocado cucumber salsa. Drizzle the reserved bang bang sauce and sprinkle chili crisp on top for extra flavor and texture.
Notes
- Bang Bang Salmon is creamy, sweet, savory, and punchy, perfect for weeknight meals.
- Try serving with steamed rice and a fresh avocado cucumber salsa for balance.
- All-purpose seasoning can be homemade with a blend of spices like paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Adjust the chili crisp amount to your preferred spice level.
- Avocado cucumber salsa adds a fresh and cooling contrast to the rich salmon and sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon portion with sauce and salsa
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
