Easy Crispy Bang Bang Salmon Bites for Quick Dinner
Easy Bang Bang Salmon Bites ready in 20 minutes. After making this many times, I discovered the trick to perfectly crispy salmon bites every time. Jump to the recipe card or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Mushroom Spinach Lasagna for Cozy Weeknight Dinner and Lemon Blueberry Shortbread Bars for Easy Summer Dessert.
Why This Easy Crispy Bang Bang Salmon Bites for Quick Dinner Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside
- Better than takeout, ready in 20 minutes
- Perfect for busy weeknights, family-friendly
- Easy, customizable with your favorite sauces
What You'll Need for Easy Crispy Bang Bang Salmon Bites for Quick Dinner
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- Salmon fillets
- Panko breadcrumbs
- Mayonnaise
- Sriracha
- Eggs
- Salt
- Pepper
- Garlic powder
- Paprika
- Chili powder
- Optional: Green onions
- Optional: Lemon wedges
- Optional: Tartar sauce
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Salmon fillets: Skinless, boneless fillets work best.
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How to Make Easy Crispy Bang Bang Salmon Bites for Quick Dinner
- Prepare salmon: Cut salmon fillets into bite-sized pieces, season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Coat salmon: Dip salmon pieces in beaten eggs, then coat with panko breadcrumbs mixed with chili powder.
- Cook salmon: Air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 10-12 minutes or bake at 400°F (200°C) for 12-15 minutes until crispy and cooked through.
- Make Bang Bang sauce: Mix mayonnaise and Sriracha to taste. Add more mayonnaise or Sriracha as needed.
- Serve: Dip salmon bites in Bang Bang sauce, garnish with green onions, and serve with lemon wedges and tartar sauce if desired.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy Crispy Bang Bang Salmon Bites for Quick Dinner
- : For extra crispy salmon bites, refrigerate the coated salmon for 30 minutes before cooking.
- Common mistake and fix: If salmon bites are not crispy, increase cooking time or temperature, and flip halfway through cooking.
- : For a milder sauce, use less Sriracha or substitute with sweet chili sauce.
- : To make ahead, cook salmon bites and store in the refrigerator. Reheat in the air fryer or oven at 350°F (180°C) for 5-7 minutes.
Storing & Reheating Easy Crispy Bang Bang Salmon Bites for Quick Dinner
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftover salmon bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Prepare the salmon bites and Bang Bang sauce up to 1 day ahead. Store separately in the refrigerator.
Freezing Easy Crispy Bang Bang Salmon Bites for Quick Dinner
Freeze cooked salmon bites for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 5-7 minutes. Microwave: Do not reheat in the microwave; it may make the salmon bites soggy.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a spicy kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the panko mixture.
- Best substitution: Substitute salmon with cod, tilapia, or shrimp for a similar dish.
- Make-ahead: Prepare the salmon bites and Bang Bang sauce up to 1 day ahead. Store separately in the refrigerator.
- Scaling: This recipe is easy to double or triple for larger crowds.
- Troubleshooting: If salmon bites are not crispy, increase cooking time or temperature, and flip halfway through cooking.
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Easy Crispy Bang Bang Salmon Bites for Quick Dinner
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Salmon fillets
- Panko breadcrumbs
- Mayonnaise
- Sriracha
- Eggs
Seasonings
- Salt
- Pepper
- Garlic powder
- Paprika
- Chili powder
Optional Toppings
- Green onions
- Lemon wedges
- Tartar sauce
Instructions
- Prepare salmon: Cut salmon fillets into bite-sized pieces, season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Coat salmon: Dip salmon pieces in beaten eggs, then coat with panko breadcrumbs mixed with chili powder.
- Cook salmon: Air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 10-12 minutes or bake at 400°F (200°C) for 12-15 minutes until crispy and cooked through.
- Make Bang Bang sauce: Mix mayonnaise and Sriracha to taste. Add more mayonnaise or Sriracha as needed.
- Serve: Dip salmon bites in Bang Bang sauce, garnish with green onions, and serve with lemon wedges and tartar sauce if desired.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a spicy kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the panko mixture.
- Best substitution: Substitute salmon with cod, tilapia, or shrimp for a similar dish.
- Make-ahead: Prepare the salmon bites and Bang Bang sauce up to 1 day ahead. Store separately in the refrigerator.
- Scaling: This recipe is easy to double or triple for larger crowds.
- Troubleshooting: If salmon bites are not crispy, increase cooking time or temperature, and flip halfway through cooking.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftover salmon bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freeze cooked salmon bites for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 5-7 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Do not reheat in the microwave; it may make the salmon bites soggy.
- Make ahead: Prepare the salmon bites and Bang Bang sauce up to 1 day ahead. Store separately in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 270
- Protein: 21g
- Fat: 15g
- Carbs: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Cholesterol: 70mg
- Sat. Fat: 2.5g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy Crispy Bang Bang Salmon Bites for Quick Dinner FAQs
Yes, prepare the salmon bites and Bang Bang sauce up to 1 day ahead. Store separately in the refrigerator.
Increase cooking time or temperature, and flip halfway through cooking to ensure crispy salmon bites.
Yes, air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 10-12 minutes for perfectly crispy salmon bites.
Use sweet chili sauce for a milder, sweeter alternative to Sriracha.
Keep an eye on the salmon bites as they cook, and remove them from the air fryer or oven once they reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Easy Crispy Bang Bang Salmon Bites for Quick Dinner and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
