Salmon Bites – Healthy and Easy Recipe!
Salmon bites are a perfect weeknight meal. Rich, buttery salmon is coated with a homemade blackening seasoning that is smoky, spicy, and just slightly sweet. Small chunks of salmon cook supper quickly, ensuring dinner can be on the table in less than 15 minutes!
- Prep Time: 5 Minutes
- Cook Time: 5-6 Minutes
- Total Time: 10-12 Minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean Diet
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 4 salmon filets (about 6 ounces each)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon basil
- 1/4 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
Instructions
- Combine the smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, kosher salt, black pepper, basil, oregano, and brown sugar to make the blackening seasoning.
- Pat the salmon filets dry with a paper towel and cut them into large chunks.
- In a large bowl or a Ziploc bag, toss the salmon chunks with the blackening seasoning, making sure the salmon is evenly coated on all sides.
- Warm the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the salmon bites to the pan. Cook the salmon for about 2 minutes on each side, until it reaches a safe internal temperature of 145 degrees F.
- Remove the salmon bites from the pan carefully and serve with your favorite rice and veggies!
Notes
- Use thick skinless salmon filets for best results and even cooking
- We used Spicely organic smoked paprika – certified gluten-free
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