Growing up in Cameroon, I developed a love affair with seafood at an early age. Even today, I crave fish regularly. And this recipe ticks all the boxes on my list of what makes fish great. It’s incredibly easy, uses a few pantry-staple ingredients, and comes together in a flash. It’s also insanely versatile! You can serve it as a snack, an appetizer, or a main dish over a bed of rice or quinoa. And each salmon bite is melt-in-your-mouth delicious with bold flavors!
Recipe Ingredients
How to Make Salmon Bites
Broiled Salmon Bites
Prep – Preheat oven to broil and place rack about 6” from the heat source. Line your baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside. Mix Seasonings – Add butter, paprika, onion and garlic powder, thyme, and cayenne pepper to a bowl. Place it in the microwave for 30-60 seconds. Stir and repeat until the butter melts (or you can use oil instead). Prep Salmon – Pat dry salmon and cut it into bite-sized pieces (as evenly sized as possible). Place them on a plate or bowl. Season with salt and pepper, then pour the combined seasoning and butter mixture over them and stir gently. Let it sit in the fridge for about 30 minutes if time permits. Broil – When ready to cook, place the salmon on the prepared baking tray and lightly spray it with cooking spray. Broil for 3-4 minutes. Then flip and continue broiling for another 3 minutes until fork tender or it reaches an internal temperature of 140-145°F.
Air-Fryer Salmon Bites Lightly spray the basket with oil. Working in batches, place seasoned salmon in an even layer in the basket. Air fry for 7-8 minutes, flipping once until the salmon is cooked through or reaches an internal temperature of 140-145°F. Remove and serve with peri-peri sauce as an appetizer or seasoned rice as a main course.
Recipe Variations
Tips and Tricks
Make-Ahead Instructions
This recipe comes together in a jiffy and can be prepared shortly before serving. But if you want to jump on things, you can cut the salmon into bite-sized pieces, toss them in the seasoning earlier in the day, and store them in the fridge until you’re ready to cook. Then prepare dinner in no time flat!
Serving and Storage Instructions
This five-star meal has top-notch leftovers! Salmon bites store beautifully in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. Then reheat in the oven at 275℉/135℃ for 10 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Or serve them cold on a salad or in tacos! Cooked salmon bites can also be frozen for up to two months.
What to Serve With Salmon Bites
Serve as an appetizer or a snack with some exotic dipping sauces like remoulade, homemade dill, or homemade tartar sauce. Or serve as a main dish over a bed of quinoa or rice pilaf with a side of spicy roast garlic broccoli or parmesan-crusted baked asparagus. Then sit back and enjoy the compliments!
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Conclusion
Tender, flaky, and wrapped in layers of flavors, salmon bites are set to become your new family favorite! Hungry for more healthy, tasty weeknight meal options? Follow me on Instagram for weekly recipe ideas!
