– 1 lb salmon fillet, skinless and boneless
– 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
– ½ cup all-purpose flour
– 2 large eggs
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– ½ cup mayonnaise
– 3 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
– 1 tablespoon sriracha (adjust to taste)
– 1 tablespoon lime juice
– Fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)
– Lime wedges, for serving (optional)
Creating Crispy Bang Bang Salmon Bites is simple when you follow these straightforward steps:
1. Preheat Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Prepare Salmon: Cut the salmon fillet into bite-sized pieces, ensuring they are uniform for even cooking.
3. Season: Sprinkle salt and pepper over the salmon pieces, allowing them to absorb the seasoning.
4. Set Up Breading Station: In three shallow bowls, place flour in one, beat the eggs in another, and put panko breadcrumbs in the third.
5. Bread the Salmon: Dip each piece of salmon into the flour, coating it fully. Next, dip it into the egg, allowing the excess to drip off, and finally, coat it with panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
6. Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the breaded salmon bites on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are spaced out for even cooking.
7. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
8. Prepare Sauce: While the salmon bites are baking, in a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and lime juice until smooth.
9. Serve: Once the salmon is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool for a minute. Drizzle the sauce over the bites or serve it on the side for dipping.
10. Garnish: If desired, sprinkle fresh cilantro over the top and serve with lime wedges.
These steps will get you on your way to making incredible Crispy Bang Bang Salmon Bites that will wow everyone!