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Bang bang salmon with avocado cucumber salsa served over rice in a bowl

Bang Bang Salmon with Avocado Cucumber Salsa Bowls

Bang bang salmon is a creamy, sweet-and-spicy salmon bowl with tender fish, fresh contrast, and a satisfying layered texture. It is an easy choice for flavorful weeknight meals when you want a balanced and comforting dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 476
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salmon
  • 1 1/2 pounds salmon filet
  • 1-2 tablespoons all-purpose seasoning mix
Bang Bang Sauce
  • 1/4 cup mayo
  • 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
  • 1 clove garlic, grated
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce
Serving
  • chili crisp for topping
  • Cooked rice
  • Some kind of vegetable

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F / 200°C. Cut the salmon into individual portions if desired, then pat the pieces dry.
  2. Coat the salmon portions with the seasoning mix and arrange them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  3. Combine the mayo, sweet chili sauce, grated garlic, and soy sauce in a small bowl. Reserve half of the sauce for finishing after baking.
Baking
  1. Spread a small spoonful of the sauce mixture over the seasoned salmon pieces.
  2. Bake the salmon near the top of the oven for 10 minutes, then broil for 2-3 minutes until the surface is golden and lightly caramelized.
Serving
  1. Serve the salmon over cooked rice with a vegetable of choice, then drizzle with the reserved bang bang sauce and chili crisp.

Notes

Seasoning Mix: If you do not have a suitable seasoning mix, season the salmon with about a teaspoon of coarse kosher salt along with onion powder, garlic powder, and paprika. The seasoning adds flavor to the fish and helps the sauce adhere to the surface. Avocado Cucumber Salsa: Combine 1 diced avocado, half of a diced cucumber, a handful of chopped cilantro, a little lime juice, a pinch of salt, and 1 tablespoon of honey in a small bowl for a sweet and crunchy vegetable topping.