Bang Bang Salmon Made Perfect in Just Minutes

For the Salmon:

• 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each), skin-on or skinless 🐟

• 2 tablespoons olive oil 🫒

• 1 teaspoon salt 🧂

• ½ teaspoon black pepper 🌱

• 1 tablespoon garlic powder 🧄

• 1 teaspoon paprika 🌶️

For the Bang Bang Sauce:

• ½ cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt for a lighter version) 🍶

• 3 tablespoons sweet chili sauce 🍯

• 2 tablespoons sriracha (adjust to taste for spiciness) 🌶️

• 1 tablespoon honey 🍯

• Juice of 1 lime 🍋

• 2 green onions, finely chopped 🧅

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Salmon:

2. Pat dry the salmon fillets with paper towels. Season generously with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. 🌿

3. Heat Your Pan:
   Add olive oil to a large skillet over medium-high heat. 🫒🔥

4. Cook the Salmon:
   Place the salmon in the pan, skin-side down if using skin-on. Cook for 4-5 minutes, then flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes until cooked through and golden brown. 🐟🍳

5. Prepare Bang Bang Sauce:
   In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt for a lighter version), sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and lime juice until smooth. 🍶🍯🍋🌶️

6. Finish and Serve:
   Drizzle the Bang Bang sauce over the cooked salmon fillets. Garnish with freshly chopped green onions for a burst of color and flavor. 🧅✨

Enjoy your delicious, spicy salmon with that creamy, tangy sauce! 😋🍽️