Crispy Bang Bang Salmon Bites

If you love bold flavors and crispy textures, these salmon bites are your dream come true. Each piece of tender salmon is coated in seasoned breadcrumbs, pan-fried until golden, then tossed in a creamy Bang Bang sauce made with sweet chili, sriracha, and lime. It’s the perfect balance of heat, tang, and crunch—and it works for weeknights, dinner parties, or anything in between.

❤️ Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Crispy, juicy, and flavorful in every bite
• Ready in just 35 minutes
• Customizable spice level
• Works as appetizer, main dish, or slider filler
• Naturally high in protein and omega-3s
• Family-friendly and crowd-approved

🛒 Ingredients

For the salmon bites

• 1 lb fresh salmon, skin removed, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
• ½ cup all-purpose flour
• 2 large eggs, beaten
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
• Neutral oil for frying (e.g., avocado, canola)

For the Bang Bang sauce

• ½ cup mayonnaise
• 3 tbsp sweet chili sauce
• 1 tbsp sriracha (adjust to taste)
• 1 tsp fresh lime juice
• Chopped chives or green onions (for garnish)

🔪 Instructions

1. Set Up Your Dredging Station
   In three bowls: add flour to one, beaten eggs to another, and panko breadcrumbs mixed with all dry seasonings to the third.
2. Coat the Salmon
   Dredge each salmon piece in flour, dip into egg, then coat thoroughly in the breadcrumb mixture.
3. Heat Oil
   Add enough oil to a skillet to cover the bottom. Heat over medium-high until shimmering.
4. Fry the Salmon Bites
   Place coated salmon pieces into the skillet. Cook for 3–4 minutes per side or until golden brown and cooked through.
5. Drain Excess Oil
   Transfer salmon to a paper towel-lined plate to remove any excess oil.
6. Make the Sauce
   In a bowl, whisk together mayo, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and lime juice until smooth.
7. Toss & Coat
   Gently toss the fried salmon bites in the sauce or drizzle it over the top.
8. Garnish & Serve
   Finish with chopped chives or green onions and serve immediately.

⏱️ Recipe Details

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4

🥗 Nutrition Facts (per serving, estimated)

• Calories: ~430
• Protein: 26g
• Carbs: 18g
• Fat: 28g
• Sodium: 540mg
• Fiber: 1g
• Sugar: 4g

🌟 Tips & Variations

• No salmon? Try cod, halibut, or tofu
• Less heat? Omit cayenne and reduce sriracha
• Oven-baked option: Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 12–15 minutes, flipping once
• Add crunch: Mix chopped nuts like pistachios into the breadcrumb coating
• Serve over rice or salad: For a full meal, pair with jasmine rice or mixed greens
• Air fryer method: Cook at 400°F for 8–10 minutes, shaking halfway

Crispy Bang Bang Salmon Bites

Crispy, juicy salmon bites with a bold Bang Bang sauce. Quick to make, full of flavor, and guaranteed to be a hit as an appetizer or main.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 25 minutes mins

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

Servings 4

Calories 380 kcal

Equipment

• Mixing bowls
• – Frying skillet
• – Tongs or slotted spoon
• Paper towels
• – Serving platter

Ingredients

  

• **Salmon Bites**
• – 1 lb salmon skin removed, cut into chunks
• – 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
• – ½ cup all-purpose flour
• – 2 large eggs beaten
• – 1 tsp salt
• – 1 tsp black pepper
• – 1 tsp smoked paprika
• – 1 tsp garlic powder
• – ½ tsp cayenne pepper optional
• – Oil for frying
• **Bang Bang Sauce**
• – ½ cup mayonnaise
• – 3 tbsp sweet chili sauce
• – 1 tbsp sriracha
• – 1 tsp lime juice
• – Chives or green onion chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

 

• Set up three bowls: flour, egg, and panko mixed with seasonings.
• Dredge salmon: flour → egg → panko.
• Heat oil in skillet. Fry salmon 3–4 minutes per side until golden.
• Drain on paper towels.
• Mix sauce ingredients in a bowl.
• Toss salmon in sauce or drizzle on top.
• Garnish with green onions. Serve hot.

Notes

– Use fresh salmon for best results
– Adjust spice in sauce to taste
– Bake instead of fry for a lighter version

Keyword Crispy Bang Bang Salmon Bites

❓ FAQs

Can I make these ahead?
You can bread the salmon and refrigerate it up to 6 hours in advance. Fry just before serving.

How do I store leftovers?
Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in an oven or air fryer to maintain crispiness.

Can I freeze them?
Yes! Freeze breaded, uncooked salmon bites on a baking sheet, then transfer to a bag. Fry or bake straight from frozen.

Is this keto-friendly?
Swap flour for almond flour and panko for crushed pork rinds to make it low-carb.

What if I don’t like mayo?
Greek yogurt or sour cream makes a great base for the sauce.

🍽️ Conclusion

These crispy salmon bites are a spicy, creamy, crunchy masterpiece that’s shockingly simple to make. Whether you’re cooking for a weeknight dinner, game-day snack board, or fancy appetizer spread, they’ll steal the show. Just be warned—they disappear fast!