Salmon Bites with Orange Ginger Glaze

Are you ready to elevate your cocktail party game with a tantalizing salmon appetizer that promises to impress? Look no further! Today, I’m excited to share my favorite salmon appetizer recipe that combines the rich flavors of salmon with a zesty Orange Ginger Glaze.

Let’s dive right into the recipe, starting with the star of the show – the Orange Ginger Glaze. This sauce, which I consider my best-kept secret, is a delightful blend of fresh ingredients including orange zest and juice, grated ginger, garlic, and shallots. The key is to finely grate or chop all the ingredients to ensure a smooth texture. Simply whisk everything together and cook over medium heat until the sauce thickens to perfection.

Now, onto the walnut crust, which adds a delightful crunch to the dish. Combine finely chopped walnuts with breadcrumbs to create the perfect coating for our salmon bites. Feel free to substitute your favorite nuts or omit them altogether if you prefer.

Before we get to the salmon, it’s time to prepare the fillet. If your salmon comes with the skin, carefully remove it, or ask your fishmonger to do so. Depending on your preference, cut the salmon into bite-sized pieces. You can use a round pastry cutter for a sophisticated look or simply cut them into cubes for a quicker option.

Season the salmon pieces with salt and pepper, then coat them in a breading station with flour, beaten egg, and the walnut breadcrumb mixture. Fry each side in a skillet until golden brown.

Take them out onto a baking sheet and finish cooking them in the oven for 3-5 minutes for those pieces that are less than an inch or 5-8 minutes if they are more than an inch thick. A good way of testing if they are cooked all the way is to push in a toothpick at the thickest part of the salmon. If it goes through with no resistance, it is fully cooked.

Even if you’re not a salmon aficionado, don’t hesitate to try this Orange Ginger Glaze. Its versatility pairs perfectly with chicken, pork, shrimp, and tofu, making it a must-have recipe in your culinary repertoire. If you want some creative ideas for garnishing and presenting this dish to dazzle your guests, head over to my Youtube Video.

Sipping Suggestions: Light White Wine such as Sauvignon blanc. Or You do You!

Salmon Bites with Orange Ginger Glaze

Recipe by sipandappCourse: Fish/SeafoodCuisine: Asian

Servings

4

servings

Total time

45

minutes

Ingredients

• 1 lb Salmon Filet

• ⅓ Walnuts Finely chopped (see note)

• ⅓ Panko Breadcrumbs

• 1 Egg

• ¼ Cup All Purpose Flour

• Salt & Pepper

• 2-3 TBSP Oil for Frying

• Orange Ginger Glaze

• 2 TBSP Orange Juice (see note)

• ½ tsp Orange Zest (see note)

• ½ tsp Garlic Finely Grated

• 1 tsp Ginger Finely Grated

• 1 TBSP Shallot Finely Chopped

• 1 TBSP Honey

• 2 TBSP Soy Sauce

• 2 TBSP Sake

• 1 tsp Rice Vinegar

• ½ tsp Cornstarch

• 1 tsp Toasted Sesame Oil

• Optional Garnish

• Oranges

• Chives

Directions

• Start by making the Orange Ginger Glaze. Use a sharp and fine zester like a Microplane zester to finely grate orange zest, ginger, and garlic. Then, juice the orange and finely chop shallots. In a bowl, whisk together all of the ingredients for the glaze. Cook the mixture in a small pan over medium heat for a couple of minutes until it thickens, then set it aside.
• Prepare the walnut crust by finely chopping walnuts and combining them with breadcrumbs. You can use your favorite nuts or omit them entirely if preferred.
• Remove the skin from the salmon filet if it’s still attached. Cut the salmon into bite-size pieces, either into cylinders using a round pastry cutter or into 1-inch cubes. Season all sides of the salmon pieces with salt and pepper.
• Set up a breading station. Dip each salmon piece into flour, then beaten egg, and finally coat them with the walnut and breadcrumb mixture. Ensure each piece is evenly coated.
• Heat a skillet over medium heat and lightly coat the bottom with oil. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Fry each side of the salmon pieces for a minute or two until browned.
• Transfer the browned salmon bites onto a baking sheet and finish cooking them in the preheated oven. Cook for 3-5 minutes for pieces less than an inch thick, or 5-8 minutes for thicker pieces. To check for doneness, insert a toothpick into the thickest part of the salmon; if it goes through with no resistance, it is fully cooked.
• Once cooked, serve the salmon bites with the mouth-watering Orange Ginger Glaze.
• Enjoy your delicious Salmon Bites with Orange Ginger Glaze as a delightful appetizer or main dish!

Recipe Video

Notes

• 1 medium to large size orange should be enough to make this glaze.
• If you decide to omit the nuts in your crust mixture, double the amount of Panko breadcrumbs.