Description
Crispy Panko Salmon Nuggets are a delicious and healthy treat, perfect for a quick meal or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb salmon fillet, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) if baking.
- Set up a breading station with three bowls: one for flour, one for beaten eggs, and one for panko breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Dip each salmon piece in flour, then in the egg, and finally coat with panko breadcrumbs.
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat or place the nuggets on a baking sheet if baking.
- Fry the nuggets for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown, or bake for 15-20 minutes until crispy.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For a healthier option, bake instead of frying.
- Serve with a dipping sauce of your choice.
- Can be made ahead and frozen for later use.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying or Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 nuggets
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg