Description
Crispy Salmon Bites are a delightful appetizer or main course option that offers a perfect balance of flavors and textures. These succulent salmon bites are seasoned with a blend of spices, baked to crispy perfection, and served with a tangy lemon twist. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy!
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon Bites:
- 1 pound skinless salmon fillet, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch or arrowroot powder
For Serving:
- Fresh parsley
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the salmon: Pat dry the salmon cubes, place in a bowl, drizzle with olive oil, lemon juice, and season with garlic powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and cayenne. Toss to coat.
- Add cornstarch: Sprinkle cornstarch over the salmon and toss gently to coat evenly.
- Bake: Arrange salmon cubes on the baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Serve: Serve hot with lemon wedges and parsley.
Notes
- These bites are versatile and can be enjoyed on their own, in bowls, or salads.
- For extra crispiness, broil for 1-2 minutes at the end of baking.
- Air fryer option: Cook at 400°F for 8-10 minutes, shaking halfway through.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
