Fried Salmon Bites
Learn how to make crispy, irresistible fried salmon bites at home with this easy recipe. Perfect for appetizers or a tasty snack!
Ingredients
- 1 lb fresh salmon fillet skin removed, cut into bite-sized cubes
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup cornstarch
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp cayenne pepper optional, for heat
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup buttermilk
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs for extra crispiness
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Lemon wedges for serving
- Fresh parsley or chives for garnish
Instructions
Prepare the Salmon:
- Pat the salmon pieces dry with a paper towel. Set aside.
Make the Coating Mixture:
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper.
Prepare the Wet Batter:
- In a separate bowl, whisk the egg and buttermilk until well combined.
Bread the Salmon:
- Dip each salmon bite into the flour mixture, shaking off excess.
- Dip it into the buttermilk-egg mixture.
- Coat it again with the flour mixture for an extra crispy texture.
- (Optional: For extra crunch, press into panko breadcrumbs after flour coating.)
Heat the Oil:
- In a deep skillet or frying pan, heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
Fry the Salmon Bites:
- Carefully place the coated salmon pieces in the hot oil. Fry for about 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
Drain and Serve:
- Remove the fried salmon bites with a slotted spoon and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Garnish & Serve:
- Serve warm with lemon wedges and garnish with fresh parsley or chives. Pair with your favorite dipping sauces like tartar sauce, garlic aioli, or spicy sriracha mayo.
Notes
Nutrition Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 320
- Total Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
- Sodium: 420mg
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 1g
- Protein: 28g