Description

Bang Bang Salmon Bites Bowls deliver crispy salmon tossed in a creamy, sweet-and-spicy bang bang sauce, served over fluffy jasmine rice with crunchy cabbage, cucumber, avocado, and green onions. In under 30 minutes, this protein-packed bowl brings restaurant-level flavor and bold texture to your table—perfect for weeknights, meal prep, and eye-catching Pinterest-worthy meals with vibrant color and balanced nutrition.

Ingredients

Scale

1 ½ lbs salmon fillets, skin removed and cut into cubes
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp garlic powder
½ tsp paprika
½ tsp black pepper
Salt, to taste
2 tbsp cornstarch
½ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup sweet chili sauce
1–2 tbsp sriracha (adjust to taste)
1 tsp honey or maple syrup
3 cups cooked jasmine rice
1 cup shredded red cabbage
1 cup cucumber slices
1 avocado, sliced
2 green onions, sliced
Sesame seeds, for garnish

Instructions

Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) or heat an air fryer to 400°F (205°C).
In a bowl, toss salmon cubes with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, pepper, salt, and cornstarch until coated.
Bake salmon for 12–15 minutes (or air fry for 8–10 minutes), until crispy and cooked through.
In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and honey.
Toss hot salmon bites with half of the bang bang sauce.
Assemble bowls with rice, salmon bites, cabbage, cucumber, and avocado.
Drizzle with remaining sauce and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.

Notes

For faster prep, cut salmon ahead of time and coat with cornstarch to help crisping.
To adjust heat, vary the amount of sriracha in the sauce.
To make gluten-free, ensure the sweet chili sauce and mayo are certified gluten-free.
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 2 days; reheat gently to preserve texture.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 17 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking and Air Frying
Cuisine: Asian-inspired

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: Approximately 710 kcal per serving
Sugar: 26 g
Sodium: Approximately 520 mg
Fat: Approximately 60 g
Saturated Fat: Approximately 12 g
Unsaturated Fat: Approximately 40 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: Approximately 150 g
Fiber: Approximately 7 g
Protein: Approximately 46 g
Cholesterol: Approximately 120 mg

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