Quick and Delicious Bang Bang Salmon for Busy Nights Recipe
This Quick and Delicious Bang Bang Salmon recipe is perfect for busy weeknights when you want a flavorful, crispy-skinned salmon dish with a creamy, tangy, and slightly spicy Bang Bang sauce. Ready in under 20 minutes, it combines simple seasonings and a vibrant sauce to elevate your salmon to a restaurant-quality meal effortlessly.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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For the Salmon
- 4 fillets Salmon skin-on for crispy exterior
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil high smoke point oil
For the Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Salt adjust to taste
- 1 teaspoon Black Pepper freshly ground preferred
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder substitute fresh garlic if preferred
- 1 teaspoon Paprika smoked for a twist
For the Bang Bang Sauce
- 1/2 cup Mayonnaise or Greek yogurt for a lighter option
- 1/4 cup Sweet Chili Sauce
- 1 tablespoon Sriracha adjust according to spice preference
- 1 tablespoon Honey or maple syrup as a substitute
- 1 tablespoon Lime Juice fresh preferred
For Garnish
- 2 tablespoons Green Onions finely chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the Salmon: Pat dry the salmon fillets with a paper towel to remove excess moisture. Season both sides evenly with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Let the fillets rest for a few minutes to absorb the seasoning.
- Heat the Skillet: Place a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil. Heat the oil until it shimmers, ensuring it’s hot enough to crisp the salmon skin without sticking.
- Cook the Salmon Skin-Side Down: Carefully place the salmon fillets in the skillet skin-side down. Cook undisturbed for 4 to 5 minutes until the skin becomes crispy, golden, and releases easily from the pan.
- Flip and Finish Cooking: Gently flip the fillets and cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Make the Bang Bang Sauce: While the salmon cooks, whisk together mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt), sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and fresh lime juice in a bowl until smooth. Taste and adjust the spice level or sweetness as desired.
- Rest and Serve: Transfer the cooked salmon to a serving plate and let it rest for 1 minute. Drizzle the Bang Bang sauce generously over the fillets and sprinkle with finely chopped green onions for a fresh garnish.
Notes
- Use skin-on salmon for the best crispy texture.
- If preferred, substitute mayonnaise with Greek yogurt for a healthier sauce.
- Adjust the amount of sriracha to control the heat level.
- For extra flavor, you can add a squeeze of fresh lime just before serving.
- Serve with steamed rice or a fresh green salad for a balanced meal.
- Cook salmon to an internal temperature of 125°F (52°C) for medium doneness.
Keywords: Bang Bang Salmon, Quick Salmon Recipe, Crispy Skin Salmon, Spicy Salmon, Salmon Dinner, Weeknight Fish Recipe
