Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of this Bang Bang Salmon Recipe, a dish that marries creamy spice with tender, perfectly baked salmon. In just 25 minutes, you can create a culinary masterpiece that’s not only quick but also impressively delicious. The combination of garlic powder, smoked paprika, and a zesty sauce elevates ordinary salmon into an extraordinary meal suitable for busy weeknights or special occasions. This recipe is easily customizable to suit your taste preferences and pairs beautifully with various sides, making it a versatile addition to your dinner repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp sweet chili sauce
- 1 tbsp sriracha (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Optional: honey or maple syrup, rice vinegar or lime juice for the sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place salmon fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Drizzle with olive oil and season with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Bake for about 15 minutes until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Meanwhile, in a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey or maple syrup (if using), and rice vinegar or lime juice until smooth.
- Once cooked, drizzle the salmon with the prepared sauce and garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 405
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 630mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg