Description
Bang Bang Salmon brings together a perfect fusion of tangy and fiery flavors that dance right onto your plate. Creamy sauce and crispy salmon create a quick dinner that will become your new weeknight favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound salmon
Main Ingredients:
- ½ cup cornstarch
- 2 egg whites
Sauce and Seasoning:
- ¼ cup honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- Vegetable oil
Garnish:
- Green onions
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Mix ½ cup cornstarch and 2 egg whites in a bowl. Thoroughly coat each salmon piece, ensuring complete coverage.
- Pour enough vegetable oil into a deep skillet to reach 1-inch depth. Heat oil to 375°F. Carefully lower salmon pieces into hot oil, frying 3-4 minutes until golden and crisp.
- Transfer fried salmon to a paper towel-lined plate. Drain excess oil completely.
- Select a small saucepan and warm 1 teaspoon oil over medium heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves, sautéing 30 seconds until aromatic.
- Pour ¼ cup honey, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, and 1 teaspoon sesame oil into the pan. Simmer sauce 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Drop crispy salmon pieces into sauce. Gently toss until each piece becomes evenly glazed.
- Transfer coated salmon to serving plate. Sprinkle chopped green onions and sesame seeds across the top for fresh flavor and visual appeal.
Notes
- Always pat the salmon dry before coating to help the batter stick and create a crispier texture.
- Use a thermometer to keep oil around 350°F for perfectly golden and evenly cooked salmon pieces.
- For a gluten-free version, swap soy sauce with tamari and ensure your cornstarch is certified gluten-free.
- If you prefer less heat, reduce the amount of honey or add a splash of water to mellow the sweetness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salmon
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 390 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg