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Bang Bang Salmon with creamy sweet-spicy mayo sauce broiled to golden perfection served over rice with cucumber avocado salsa

Bang Bang Salmon

Flaky salmon topped with a creamy spicy bang bang sauce. Fast, flavorful, and easy to serve with rice or vegetables for dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 340

Ingredients
  

  • 4 salmon fillets, about 6 oz each
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/3 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tbsp sriracha
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tbsp chopped green onion, optional
  • 1 tsp sesame seeds, optional

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Season the salmon and bake until just flaky.
  2. Whisk the bang bang sauce ingredients together.
  3. Top the salmon with sauce, green onion, and sesame seeds.
  4. Serve immediately with your favorite side.

Notes

  • Do not overbake the salmon.
  • Mix the sauce ahead of time if needed.
  • Store leftovers for up to 2 days in the refrigerator.
  • Keep the sauce separate for best texture when reheating.