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Crispy Bang Bang Salmon Bites Bowls Recipe

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Crispy Bang Bang Salmon Bites Bowls combine tender, bite-sized salmon chunks glazed with a flavorful Asian-inspired sauce, served over brown rice with fresh cucumber salad, sautéed broccoli, and creamy avocado. This vibrant and nutritious dish balances spicy, sweet, and savory notes, making it perfect for a satisfying and healthy meal in under 40 minutes.

Ingredients

Bang Bang Sauce

  • 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt (or mayonnaise)
  • 4 Tbsp sweet chili sauce
  • 2 tsp sriracha

Salmon and Marinade

  • 1 lb salmon filet (chopped into bite-sized chunks)
  • 1/2 cup coconut aminos
  • 1 Tbsp rice vinegar
  • 2 large cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tsp sriracha (optional)
  • 2 tsp toasted sesame oil (optional)
  • 1 Tbsp avocado oil (for cooking)

Vegetables and Sides

  • 1 Batch Asian Cucumber Salad
  • 3 cups cooked brown rice
  • 1 large head broccoli (chopped into florets)
  • 1 large ripe avocado (sliced)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cucumber Salad: Add all the cucumber salad ingredients to a small bowl and let it sit for at least 15 minutes, ideally one hour, to allow flavors to meld.
  2. Cook the Rice: Following package directions, cook enough brown rice for your servings. For two people, use one cup dry rice resulting in about 3 cups cooked.
  3. Make the Bang Bang Sauce: In a small bowl, stir together Greek yogurt (or mayonnaise), sweet chili sauce, and sriracha until smooth. Refrigerate until ready to use.
  4. Prepare the Broccoli: Steam, sauté, or roast broccoli to preference. For sautéing, heat 1 teaspoon avocado oil and ¼ cup water in a skillet over medium heat, then cook broccoli until tender-crisp.
  5. Mix the Salmon Marinade: In a small bowl, combine coconut aminos, rice vinegar, minced garlic, sriracha (if using), and toasted sesame oil; stir well.
  6. Cut the Salmon: Place salmon on a cutting board and cut into bite-sized cubes. Leave skin on or remove depending on preference.
  7. Heat the Oil: Warm 1 tablespoon avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering and hot.
  8. Sear the Salmon: Place salmon chunks skin side down in the skillet. Cook undisturbed for 2–3 minutes until skin is golden brown. Flip and cook 1–2 minutes further.
  9. Glaze with Sauce: Pour the marinade over the salmon in the skillet; it should boil immediately. Adjust heat to maintain a controlled boil. Cook and flip salmon regularly for 4–5 minutes until fully cooked and glazed.
  10. Check Doneness: The salmon is done when it reaches 145°F internally or the center is light pink without raw spots.
  11. Assemble the Bowls: Divide cooked brown rice into two bowls. Add cucumber salad, sautéed broccoli, sliced avocado, and salmon bites. Drizzle with bang bang sauce and optionally extra coconut aminos or teriyaki sauce. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds if desired.
  12. Serve and Enjoy: Enjoy your flavorful, nutritious Crispy Bang Bang Salmon Bites Bowls immediately.

Notes

  • You can adjust the amount of sriracha in the bang bang sauce and marinade to control spiciness.
  • For a skinless option, remove salmon skin before cutting; skin adds extra crispiness and flavor when cooked.
  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure salmon is perfectly cooked to food safety standards.
  • Rice amount can be increased or decreased to suit serving size or dietary preferences.
  • Sesame oil and coconut aminos add authentic Asian flavors but can be omitted or substituted if unavailable.
  • Leftover bang bang sauce keeps well refrigerated for up to 3 days.

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