Description
These Bang Bang Cajun Salmon Delights are a flavorful twist on a classic favorite, featuring crispy salmon bites coated in a spicy Cajun seasoning and drizzled with a creamy bang bang sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb salmon fillet, skin removed and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- Vegetable oil for frying
- For the Bang Bang Sauce:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp sweet chili sauce
- 1 tbsp Sriracha (or to taste)
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp rice vinegar
- For garnish:
- Chopped green onions
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Prepare the bang bang sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, honey, and rice vinegar. Set aside.
- In a shallow dish, combine buttermilk. In another shallow dish, whisk together flour, cornstarch, Cajun seasoning, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Dip each salmon cube into the buttermilk, then coat with the flour mixture, pressing gently to adhere. Place on a plate.
- Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a deep skillet or pot to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the salmon cubes in batches, being careful not to overcrowd, for 3-4 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.
- Drizzle the fried salmon with the bang bang sauce, or serve the sauce on the side. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately.
Notes
For extra heat, add more Sriracha or a pinch of cayenne to the breading. You can also bake the salmon at 400°F for 15 minutes instead of frying for a lighter version.
Nutrition
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 8g
- Fat: 26g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Protein: 22g