What to eat with Bang Bang salmon bites?

They pair well with rice, slaws, roasted veggies, or tortillas for tacos.

Why isn’t my salmon skin crispy?

Excess moisture prevents crisping. Pat salmon dry before coating and avoid overcrowding the pan or air fryer.

One serving of Crispy Bang Bang Salmon Bites averages 300–350 calories, depending on sauce and portion.

Yes, but thawing gives better texture. If cooking from frozen, add a few extra minutes and ensure salmon reaches safe temperature.

Salmon should be cooked to 145°F internally for safety and ideal flakiness.

Dry the fish well, season generously, and avoid overcooking. A good sear or crisp coating locks in flavor

Golden crispy salmon bites coated in creamy Bang Bang sauce — the perfect mix of sweet, spicy, and crunchy.

Scale

1 lb salmon fillets, cubed

1/2 cup cornstarch

1 cup panko breadcrumbs

1/2 tsp garlic powder

1/2 tsp smoked paprika

1/2 tsp salt

1/4 tsp black pepper

1/3 cup mayonnaise

1/4 cup sweet chili sauce

1 tbsp sriracha

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1. Pat salmon dry and cut into cubes.

2. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.

3. Coat salmon in cornstarch, then dredge in panko.

4. Cook salmon using oven, air fryer, or skillet method.

5. Mix mayo, sweet chili, and sriracha to make sauce.

6. Toss cooked salmon bites in sauce or drizzle before serving.

Serve with rice, slaw, or tortillas.

For lighter sauce, swap Greek yogurt for mayo.

Reheat in oven or air fryer for best crispiness.