Bang Bang Salmon Bowls (Printable)
Roasted salmon, jasmine rice, crisp veggies and creamy spicy Bang Bang sauce—ready in 40 minutes.
# What You'll Need:
→ Salmon
01 - 4 skinless salmon fillets (approximately 5.3 oz each)
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
04 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
05 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
→ Bang Bang Sauce
06 - 1/3 cup mayonnaise
07 - 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
08 - 1 tablespoon sriracha
09 - 1 teaspoon honey
10 - 1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
→ Bowl Components
11 - 2 cups cooked jasmine or sushi rice
12 - 1 cup shredded red cabbage
13 - 1 cup shredded carrots
14 - 1 avocado, sliced
15 - 2–3 scallions, thinly sliced
16 - 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
17 - Fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish
18 - Lime wedges, for serving
# Directions:
01 - Set oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Pat salmon fillets dry, then coat evenly with olive oil, salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika.
03 - Arrange the salmon fillets on the baking sheet and roast for 12 to 15 minutes until the flesh is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
04 - In a small mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and fresh lime juice until fully blended.
05 - Divide warm cooked rice evenly among four serving bowls. Arrange shredded red cabbage, shredded carrots, sliced avocado, and sliced scallions along the sides.
06 - Place a roasted salmon fillet on top of each bowl. Generously drizzle each with Bang Bang sauce.
07 - Finish each bowl with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and fresh cilantro leaves. Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The creaminess of the sauce feels like a secret treat on a weeknight, but it&s ready in 40 minutes flat.
- You can pack your bowl with whatever fresh veggies are on hand, making it as colorful (and easy) as you like.
02 -
- Don&t overbake the salmon or it gets chalky — take it out as soon as it flakes.
- Mixing the sauce in advance lets the flavors blend, and the heat mellows a bit in the fridge.
03 -
- Let the salmon rest for a minute after roasting for the juiciest bites.
- A light sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds at the end is a game-changer for crunch and flavor.