Description

These Crispy Salmon Balls are golden on the outside, tender on the inside, and full of fresh, savory flavor. Made with simple ingredients and ready in under 40 minutes, they work perfectly as a party appetizer or an easy dinner. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauce for a recipe that feels special but is simple to make at home.

Ingredients

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1 lb fresh salmon fillet, skin removed and finely chopped
1/2 cup breadcrumbs or panko (substitute almond flour for low carb)
1 large egg
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup finely chopped onion or shallot
2 tablespoons fresh parsley or dill, chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon paprika
2 tablespoons olive oil, for cooking

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Instructions

Prepare the Salmon: Finely chop the salmon using a knife or pulse gently in a food processor. Do not over-process.
Mix the Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine salmon, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, onion, herbs, salt, pepper, and paprika. Mix gently.
Shape the Balls: Scoop 1–2 tablespoons of mixture and roll into balls.
Heat the Pan: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Cook Until Crispy: Cook salmon balls for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
Rest and Serve: Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and rest for 2 minutes before serving.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan while cooking. Chilling the mixture for 10 minutes helps the balls hold their shape. These can also be baked or air-fried for a lighter option.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Appetizer / Dinner
Method: Pan-Fried
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 4 salmon balls
Calories: 360
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 520mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 16g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 95mg