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Crispy Salmon Bites with Sauce

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Crispy Salmon Bites are tender on the inside, crispy on the outside, and bursting with bold Mediterranean flavors. Finished with a creamy, spicy harissa-yogurt sauce, they make a quick, delicious appetizer or main dish in just 15 minutes.

  • Author: Tina
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 9 minutes
  • Total Time: 14 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings as main, 8 as appetizer
  • Category: Fish, Seafood, Appetizer
  • Method: Pan-Fried
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Ingredients

1 teaspoon smoked Spanish paprika

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon Aleppo pepper flakes or 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes

1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

1/2 teaspoon sumac

Kosher salt to taste

Freshly ground black pepper to taste

1 pound salmon fillet, skin removed and cut into 1-inch pieces

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

1 to 2 green onions, finely chopped (for garnish)

Lime wedges (for serving)

1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt

2 tablespoons harissa paste

1 teaspoon honey

Juice of 1 lime

1/2 teaspoon kosher salt (for sauce)

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, mix the smoked paprika, garlic powder, Aleppo pepper, cumin, sumac, salt, and pepper to form a spice blend.
  2. Pat the salmon dry with a paper towel and cut into 1-inch cubes. Toss with the spice blend until evenly coated.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, harissa paste, honey, lime juice, and salt until smooth. Set aside.
  4. Heat olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Arrange the salmon in a single layer. Reduce heat to medium and press gently with a spatula.
  5. Cook for 4–5 minutes undisturbed until crispy on the bottom. Flip and cook for another 1–2 minutes until cooked through and flaky.
  6. Transfer salmon to a serving plate. Squeeze lime juice over top, garnish with chopped green onions, and drizzle with harissa-yogurt sauce. Serve immediately with extra sauce on the side.

Notes

  • Use fresh or frozen (thawed) salmon for best results.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days and enjoyed cold or reheated gently.
  • The harissa sauce can be adjusted for spice level by using a milder variety or reducing the amount.
  • Can be cooked in an air fryer or baked, though texture may vary.

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