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Cajun Baked Salmon Bites

Cajun Baked Salmon Bites: Quick, Crispy & Full of Flavor

Enjoy a flavor explosion with these Cajun Baked Salmon Bites, crispy and delicious in just 12 minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 2 minutes
Total Time 19 minutes
Servings: 4 bites
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon Bites
  • 400 grams Salmon Filets skinless fillets work best
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika try smoked paprika for a unique twist
  • 1 teaspoon Cooking Salt/Kosher Salt adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder can swap for more garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder avoid fresh garlic to prevent burning
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme oregano or parsley can be used as substitutes
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper customize according to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper optional for extra spiciness
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar avoid liquid sweeteners
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil helps spices adhere to salmon
Optional Serving Suggestions
  • 4 tacos Tacos wrap salmon bites in soft tortillas
  • 2 cups Salads toss into fresh greens
  • 1 cup Dipping Sauce pair with mayonnaise mixed with sriracha

Equipment

  • oven
  • Baking Tray
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 240°C (460°F) or 220°C for fan-forced settings.
  2. Prepare the baking tray with crumpled aluminum foil to prevent sticking.
  3. Cut the skinless salmon filets into 2.5 cm (1 inch) cubes.
  4. Mix together paprika, cooking salt, onion powder, garlic powder, dried thyme, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and brown sugar in a bowl.
  5. Coat the salmon cubes with the spice mix and drizzle with olive oil.
  6. Spread the seasoned salmon cubes evenly on the prepared foil-lined baking tray.
  7. Bake the salmon bites for 12 minutes without opening the oven door.
  8. Allow the salmon bites to cool for 1-2 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 100gramsCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 500mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Leftovers are best stored in the fridge for 2-3 days. Avoid freezing as it may compromise texture.

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