Description
Crispy, flavorful salmon bites seasoned and pan-seared to perfection, making a quick and protein-packed meal or appetizer.
Ingredients
- 1 pound salmon fillet, skin removed and cut into bite-sized cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Kosher salt
- Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Pat the salmon pieces dry with paper towels and place them in a bowl.
- Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and onion powder. Toss gently to coat.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add a bit more oil if needed.
- Add the salmon pieces in a single layer and cook for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove from heat and drizzle with lemon juice. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
- Serve immediately as an appetizer or over rice, salad, or vegetables.
Notes
- Do not overcrowd the pan to ensure a crispy exterior.
- You can use an air fryer at 400°F for about 7–9 minutes as an alternative cooking method.
- Adjust seasoning to taste or add cayenne for extra heat.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan Fry
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 360 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
