Description
Succulent crispy spicy salmon bites deliver a zesty flavor explosion from Korean cuisine. Sharp seasonings and quick pan-searing create an irresistible appetizer you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound (1 lb) fresh salmon, skin removed, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1/4 cup milk
Dry Coating Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Cooking Ingredient:
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Combine dry seasonings including flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cayenne, salt, and black pepper in a shallow mixing container.
- Prepare a separate bowl with whisked egg and milk to create a smooth liquid coating.
- Systematically coat salmon pieces by first rolling them thoroughly in the seasoned flour mixture, ensuring complete coverage.
- Immediately transfer each flour-coated salmon piece into the egg-milk wash, allowing excess liquid to drip off.
- Carefully roll the moistened salmon in panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently to create an even, crisp exterior layer.
- Heat cooking oil in a skillet to medium temperature, approximately 350°F, ensuring consistent warmth for even frying.
- Carefully place breaded salmon bites into hot oil, maintaining enough space between pieces to prevent overcrowding.
- Fry each side for 2-3 minutes, rotating to achieve a uniform golden-brown crust and ensuring internal temperature reaches 145°F.
- Transfer fried salmon bites onto a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil and maintain crispiness.
- Serve immediately alongside preferred dipping sauce while maintaining optimal temperature and texture.
Notes
- Choose high-quality, fresh salmon with minimal dark areas for the best texture and flavor.
- Pat salmon pieces completely dry before coating to ensure a crispier exterior and better breading adherence.
- Mix panko breadcrumbs with sesame seeds for extra crunch and nutty undertones.
- Adjust cayenne pepper quantity based on personal spice tolerance, reducing for milder versions or increasing for heat lovers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg