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Homemade Crispy Bang Bang Salmon

Homemade Crispy Bang Bang Salmon
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Homemade Crispy Bang Bang Salmon is a quick and simple dinner recipe that features tender, flaky salmon coated in a golden, crunchy crust and topped with a creamy, spicy bang bang sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes, this dish delivers a perfect balance of bold flavors, texture, and nutrition, making it ideal for busy weeknights or entertaining guests.

Ingredients

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Salmon and Coating

  • 4 skinless, boneless fresh salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 ½ cups panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder (for coating)
  • Cooking oil (vegetable or canola) for frying

Bang Bang Sauce

  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Salmon: Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels to remove moisture, then cut into evenly sized pieces to ensure consistent cooking.
  2. Set Up the Breading Station: Arrange three shallow dishes—place all-purpose flour in the first, beaten eggs in the second, and panko breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder in the third.
  3. Coat the Salmon: Dredge each salmon piece first in the flour, shaking off any excess, then dip into the beaten eggs, and finally press into the panko mixture until fully coated, creating a triple-layer crust.
  4. Fry to Crispy Perfection: Heat cooking oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Carefully add the coated salmon pieces and fry for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Avoid overcrowding the pan for even frying.
  5. Make the Bang Bang Sauce: While the salmon fries, whisk together mayonnaise, sriracha, honey, lemon juice, and garlic powder in a small bowl. Adjust sriracha to your preferred spice level.
  6. Combine and Serve: Drizzle the creamy sauce over the crispy salmon or toss the salmon gently in the sauce ensuring full coverage. Serve immediately to enjoy the best texture and flavor.

Notes

  • Pat Dry Salmon: Always dry salmon before coating to ensure crispiness.
  • Use Fresh Panko: Stale breadcrumbs lose crunch; use fresh for best results.
  • Heat Control: Maintain medium-high heat when frying to achieve golden crisp crust without burning.
  • Don’t Flip Too Soon: Let the coating set before flipping to prevent it from falling apart.
  • Make Sauce Ahead: Prepare the bang bang sauce in advance to let the flavors meld but add to salmon just before serving.

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Keywords: crispy salmon, bang bang sauce, fried salmon, quick dinner, spicy salmon recipe, easy salmon, weeknight meal

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