Description
These Easy and Delicious Salmon Bites are a quick and flavorful appetizer or snack. Tender cubes of fresh salmon are coated in a zesty lemon and garlic seasoning, then rolled in crispy panko breadcrumbs and baked to golden perfection. Perfect for entertaining or a healthy bite-sized treat, these salmon bites are juicy on the inside and crunchy on the outside.
Ingredients
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Salmon Bites
- 1 lb fresh salmon fillet, cut into bite-sized cubes
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil, for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Salmon: Cut the fresh salmon fillet into even bite-sized cubes to ensure uniform cooking.
- Season Salmon: In a mixing bowl, combine lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss the salmon cubes in this mixture until they are evenly coated with the flavorful marinade.
- Coat with Panko: Roll each marinated salmon cube in panko breadcrumbs until fully coated, which will give a crispy texture when baked.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the coated salmon bites evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle the olive oil over the top to aid browning and add richness.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the salmon bites are golden brown and cooked through, flaky on the inside with a crunchy crust.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce for a delicious appetizer or snack.
Notes
- Ensure salmon cubes are uniform in size for even cooking.
- You can substitute panko with gluten-free breadcrumbs if needed.
- For added flavor, try mixing fresh herbs like dill or parsley into the panko.
- Serve with tartar sauce, aioli, or a simple squeeze of lemon.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and gently reheated in the oven to maintain crispiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: salmon bites, easy salmon appetizer, baked salmon, panko salmon, healthy seafood snack, quick fish recipe
