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Bang Bang Salmon

Bang Bang Salmon
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Bang Bang Salmon is a quick and easy recipe featuring tender salmon fillets topped with a creamy, spicy Bang Bang sauce made from mayonnaise, sriracha, honey, lime juice, and garlic powder. Ready in under 30 minutes, this flavorful and healthy dish is perfect for weeknight dinners, salads, sandwiches, or impressing guests with minimal effort.

Ingredients

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Salmon

  • 4 fresh skin-on salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter

Bang Bang Sauce

  • 1/3 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce (adjust for spice preference)
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Bang Bang Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sriracha, honey, lime juice, and garlic powder until smooth and creamy. Adjust the sriracha to your preferred level of spiciness. Set aside to let the flavors meld.
  2. Season the Salmon: Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels, then sprinkle generously with salt and pepper on both sides to ensure balanced seasoning.
  3. Cook the Salmon: Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, place the salmon fillets skin-side down and cook for about 4-5 minutes until the skin is crispy. Flip carefully and cook an additional 3-4 minutes or until the salmon is cooked through but still moist inside.
  4. Plate and Add Sauce: Transfer the cooked salmon to plates and generously spoon the Bang Bang sauce over the top. Garnish with sliced green onions or fresh herbs if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy your flavorful Bang Bang Salmon!

Notes

  • Use fresh, high-quality salmon for the best texture and flavor.
  • Do not overcook the salmon; remove it from heat as soon as it flakes easily to keep it tender and juicy.
  • Make the Bang Bang sauce up to a day in advance to deepen the flavors.
  • Keep the skin on the salmon for a crispy texture that also helps hold the fillet together.
  • Adjust the sriracha slowly to suit your preferred heat level.

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