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Bang Bang Salmon

Bang Bang Salmon: Quick, Zesty, and Gluten-Free Delight

Bang Bang Salmon is a quick, zesty, and gluten-free dish that transforms your dinner experience.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Resting Time 2 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 2-4 fillets Salmon Use fillets of similar size to ensure even cooking.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil/Avocado Oil Coats the salmon for enhanced flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Adds depth of flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Infuses the salmon with savory notes.
  • to taste Salt Essential for amplifying flavor.
For the Bang Bang Sauce
  • 1/3 cup Mayo Use vegan mayo for dairy-free option.
  • 1/4 cup Buffalo Sauce/Hot Sauce Frank's RedHot works wonderfully!
  • 2 teaspoons Coconut Aminos Acts as a gluten-free soy sauce alternative.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Medium bowl
  • Small bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare your baking sheet with oil.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine mayo, buffalo sauce, coconut aminos, garlic powder, and paprika. Whisk until smooth, cover, and refrigerate.
  3. Pat the salmon fillets dry and arrange them skin-side down on the baking sheet. Lightly coat tops with oil.
  4. Mix paprika, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl. Rub this seasoning over the salmon fillets.
  5. Brush half of the Bang Bang sauce over the seasoned salmon fillets and prepare to bake.
  6. Bake salmon for 6–8 minutes, until it flakes easily with a fork.
  7. After baking, brush a second coat of Bang Bang sauce on top and broil for an additional 2 minutes.
  8. Let the salmon rest for a minute before serving over rice, salad, or in tacos.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure all fillets are similar in thickness for even cooking. Pat dry before seasoning for better crispiness. Store leftover sauce separately for reheating.

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