Easy Bang Bang Salmon (Oven or Air Fryer)
Prepare a delicious and healthy Bang Bang Salmon in your oven or air fryer for a quick and flavorful meal. This versatile recipe offers two cooking methods for perfectly cooked, low-carb salmon fillets, making it a perfect weeknight dinner.
Equipment
- Baking Sheet
- Aluminum Foil or Parchment Paper
- Cooking Spray
- Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 4 boneless salmon fillets about 6 ounces (170g) each
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- ½ cup prepared Bang Bang Sauce
- Cooking oil for air fryer (if needed)
- fresh green onions for serving (optional)
- sesame seeds for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Get ready to make delicious Bang Bang Salmon, your way!
- Oven Baked Method:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a small baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper and lightly coat it with cooking spray for easy cleanup.
- Place the salmon fillets in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, skin-side down if applicable. Season them lightly with salt and pepper.
- Brush about 1 tablespoon of Bang Bang Sauce generously over the top of each salmon fillet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork (internal temperature should reach 125°F/52°C for medium-rare, or higher if preferred). Cooking time may vary based on fillet thickness.
- Remove from the oven and spoon any extra Bang Bang Sauce over the cooked salmon for an extra burst of flavor!
- Air Fryer Method:
- If your air fryer basket isn't non-stick, give it a quick spray with cooking oil.
- Arrange the salmon fillets in a single layer in the air fryer basket, skin-side down. Season them with salt and pepper.
- Coat each fillet with approximately 1 tablespoon of the Bang Bang Sauce.
- Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for about 10 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked to your liking (internal temperature of 125°F/52°C). Cooking time can vary depending on fillet thickness and your air fryer model.
- Once cooked, drizzle any remaining creamy sauce over the salmon before serving.
- Serve your flavorful Bang Bang Salmon with fresh green onions or a sprinkle of sesame seeds for an extra touch!
Notes
Feel free to customize your serving with fresh green onions or a sprinkle of sesame seeds for an extra touch.
Nutrition Information (per serving):
- Calories: 343
- Total Carbs: 3g
- Net Carbs: 3g
- Fats: 22g
- Protein: 29g
