Description
Creamy garlic salmon bites bring Mediterranean coastal flavors straight to your kitchen table. Crispy exterior and silky sauce create an irresistible appetizer you’ll want to serve at every gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon Ingredients:
- 1 lb (454 grams) salmon fillet (skinless, cut into bite-sized cubes)
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Garlic Cream Sauce Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper or a light grease coating to prevent sticking.
- Combine salmon cubes with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and dried thyme in a mixing bowl, ensuring each piece is thoroughly and evenly coated with the seasoning mixture.
- Arrange the seasoned salmon pieces in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, allowing space between each cube for even cooking and crispy edges.
- Roast the salmon bites in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, monitoring until they are fully cooked and develop a golden, slightly crisp exterior.
- While salmon is roasting, create the garlic cream sauce by melting butter in a saucepan over medium heat until it becomes smooth and fragrant.
- Add minced garlic to the butter and sauté for 1-2 minutes, developing a light golden color and releasing its aromatic qualities.
- Introduce heavy cream to the garlic butter, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer and stirring consistently to prevent scorching.
- Incorporate grated Parmesan cheese into the sauce, continuing to cook and stir until the mixture thickens and becomes creamy, approximately 3-5 minutes.
- Finish the sauce by adding lemon juice and seasoning with salt and pepper to enhance the flavor profile.
- Remove the salmon bites from the oven and transfer to a serving plate.
- Generously drizzle the warm garlic cream sauce over the salmon bites.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a vibrant and aromatic final touch.
Notes
- Opt for fresh, high-quality salmon with minimal fishy smell to ensure the best flavor and texture of the bites.
- Pat salmon cubes dry with paper towels before seasoning to help achieve a crispy exterior and prevent excess moisture.
- Substitute heavy cream with Greek yogurt or coconut milk for lighter, dairy-free sauce options that still maintain creamy consistency.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 507
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 365 mg
- Fat: 37 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 153 mg