Can I use frozen salmon?

Yes, but thaw fully and pat dry before cooking. Dryness helps crisp the salmon rather than steaming it.

How spicy is the sauce?

It’s medium heat by default. Adjust sriracha—2 tbsp for mild, 3 for bolder. You can even swap for honey sriracha sauce to tone it down.

Can I make bowls ahead?

Prep components early—but add bang bang sauce just before serving to preserve crisp textures. Salmon can be reheated in the skillet for 1–2 minutes.

Ensure mayo and sriracha are gluten-free, and use tamari if you sub soy sauce in recipe adaptations.

Can I make it vegan or use other proteins?

Yes! Swap in tofu cubes or shrimp. Cook on the same sear, toss in sauce, and top with fresh bowls. Try pairing it with our Juicy Garlic Butter Chicken Breast for a double-protein fiesta.

Bang Bang Salmon Bowls – 20 Minute Flavor Explosion

Name: Bang Bang Salmon Bowls
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Ingredients: 1 lb salmon fillet, cut into 1-inch cubes; 2 tbsp olive oil; Salt and pepper to taste; ½ cucumber, diced; 1 avocado, sliced; 2–3 radishes, thinly sliced; 2 tbsp chopped cilantro; 2 green onions, sliced; 1 cup cooked rice or greens (for base); ⅓ cup mayonnaise; 2–3 tbsp sriracha; 2 tsp honey; 1 tsp lime juice

Description

Bang Bang Salmon Bowls are packed with spicy-sweet salmon, crunchy veggies, and creamy sauce—ready in 20 minutes and perfect for busy nights.

Ingredients

1 lb salmon fillet, cut into 1-inch cubes

2 tbsp olive oil

Salt and pepper to taste

½ cucumber, diced

1 avocado, sliced

2–3 radishes, thinly sliced

2 tbsp chopped cilantro

2 green onions, sliced

1 cup cooked rice or greens (for base)

Bang Bang Sauce:

⅓ cup mayonnaise

2–3 tbsp sriracha

2 tsp honey

1 tsp lime juice

Instructions

1. In a small bowl, whisk together all bang bang sauce ingredients. Set aside.

2. Pat salmon cubes dry and season with salt and pepper.

3. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add salmon and sear for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and crisp.

4. Turn off heat and toss salmon with half of the bang bang sauce.

5. Prepare bowls by layering rice or greens as base.

6. Top with salmon, cucumber, avocado, radish, cilantro, and green onion.

7. Drizzle remaining bang bang sauce over each bowl.

8. Serve with lime wedges and enjoy immediately.

Notes

Adjust sriracha to taste—use less for mild, more for heat.

Rice can be swapped for quinoa or cauliflower rice.

For meal prep, store ingredients separately and assemble just before serving.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: Skillet
Cuisine: Asian Fusion

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 480
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 420mg
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 18g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 60mg

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