Description
Zesty bang bang salmon bites bring maximum flavor to seafood appetizers. Crispy panko coating and spicy mayo create irresistible texture and taste that seafood enthusiasts will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (454 grams) salmon fillet, skin removed and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsps sweet chili sauce
- 1 tbsp sriracha (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp honey or sugar
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Sauce Creation: Whisk mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and honey in a mixing bowl until smooth and fully integrated, setting aside for later application.
- Salmon Preparation: Thoroughly dry salmon cubes with paper towels, then season comprehensively with garlic powder, smoked paprika, kosher salt, and black pepper to enhance flavor depth.
- Breading Process: Establish a three-station coating system using flour, beaten eggs, and panko breadcrumbs. Methodically dredge each salmon piece through each station, ensuring complete and even coverage for maximum crispiness.
- Frying Technique: Heat vegetable oil in a heavy skillet until shimmering at medium temperature. Carefully fry salmon bites in controlled batches, achieving a golden-brown exterior while preserving a succulent interior, rotating periodically for even cooking.
- Finishing and Serving: Drain fried salmon on paper towels to remove excess oil, then generously coat or drizzle with prepared Bang Bang sauce. Plate immediately, garnishing with green onions, sesame seeds, or red pepper flakes for visual appeal and added flavor complexity.
Notes
- Moisture Management: Thoroughly pat salmon dry before breading to ensure crispy, golden exterior and prevent soggy texture.
- Precise Temperature Control: Maintain medium heat when frying to achieve perfect golden-brown color without burning or undercooking salmon.
- Strategic Batching: Fry salmon bites in small batches to prevent overcrowding, which can lower oil temperature and result in greasy, less crispy bites.
- Sauce Flexibility: Customize Bang Bang sauce heat level by adjusting sriracha quantity for personal spice preference or dietary needs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3
- Calories: 440
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg