Salmon Bites Recipe
This low carb recipe for crispy salmon bites is full of flavor and makes the best versatile meal, snack, or appetizer.
Servings: 4
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 pound salmon fillets skin and bones removed
- ½ teaspoon lemon zest
- ½ teaspoon Kosher salt or to taste
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh chopped parsley
Instructions
- Cut the salmon into 1-inch pieces and season with lemon zest, salt, and pepper. In a mixing bowl, gently toss to coat.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the salmon pieces to the skillet and cook for 3 minutes without stirring. Stir and cook for 1 minute more.
- Move the salmon to the side and add the butter to the empty side of the skillet. Once melted, add the garlic and cook until fragrant. Gently stir the garlic butter into the salmon.
- Immediately transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with parsley. Serve with lemon wedges if desired.
Notes
- Do not overcook the salmon.
- Make sure to add the minced garlic as soon as the butter is melted.
- Keep a close eye and make sure the butter and garlic don’t brown or burn.
Nutrition
Calories: 244kcal | Carbohydrates: 0.4g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 77mg | Sodium: 386mg | Potassium: 567mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 0.03g | Vitamin A: 305IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 19mg | Iron: 1mg