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Spicy Salmon Rice Muffins

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Spicy Salmon Rice Muffins are easy to prepare and are so delicious. While my photo is not as stunning as the original recipe shown in the attribution below, they were delicious. These would be a fun appetizer to serve for guests or, frankly, if you are in need of a spicy salmon fix!

Spicy Salmon Rice Muffins

INGREDIENTS:
  • 3 sheets nori paper
  • 1½ cups cooked sushi rice, cooled
  • Salmon:
    • 1 lb salmon, skin removed + cubed small
    • 2 tbs sesame oil (or olive oil)
    • 1 tbs low sodium soy sauce
    • 1 tbs honey
    • 2 scallions, diced
    • 1/2 tsp each garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, paprika, dried oregano
    • salt to taste
  • Spicy Mayo:
    • 1/4 cup kewpie mayo
    • 2 tsp Sriracha sauce
    • 1 tsp honey
  • Toppings:
    • 1/2 avocado, diced small
    • 2 tsp black sesame seeds
DIRECTIONS:
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F. Grab a scissor and cut your nori sheets into four equal squares.
  2. Toss your cubed salmon in a bowl with all of the rest of the salmon ingredients and coat. Marinate for up to 4 hours.
  3. To each nori square, add about 1 heaping tablespoon of rice and spread out slightly. Transfer the square to your muffin slot, pushing down gently to center the rice in the middle with the edges coming up along the sides of the slot. Grab out 4-5 salmon cubes and fill each muffin slot. Transfer the pan to your oven and bake for 15-17 minutes. Broil, if needed, at the end, to get a little tan on the salmon .. 1-2 minutes.
  4. Remove allow to cool slightly and top with your avocado, sesame seeds and drizzle of spicy mayo.

Recipe from HungryHappens

Appetizers · Fish

Air Fryer Salmon Bites

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Salmon Bites have been on my to-do list for some time. I finally did it and the results did not disappoint. The crispy morsels of salmon were delicious hot and cold for lunch the next day! Unfortunately, I did not have the makings for a sour cream/caper or dill sauce so sweet chile sauce had to do, and it was perfect. I think the grandkids would enjoy this with a simple ranch dressing.

Air Fryer Salmon Bites

INGREDIENTS:
  • 1 lb center-cut Atlantic salmon fillet skin removed and diced to 1-inch chunks
  • 0.5 tsp coarse sea salt
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • ¼ tsp smoked paprika or sweet paprika
  • ⅛ tsp ground black pepper
  • 1-2 tsp honey optional
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Olive oil spray for the air fryer basket
  • 2 tbsp chopped chive garnish
  • Creamy caper chive sauce (I used sweet chile sauce but pick or make your favorite sauce)
DIRECTIONS:
  1. Preheat the air fryer following your default setting.
  2. For oven: bake on the top rack at 400°F for 12-15 minutes.
  3. Remove the salmon skin. You can also ask a fishmonger to do this for you. Dice the fillet into 1-inch (2.54cm) cubes and add them to a large bowl.
  4. Season the salmon chunks with salt, garlic power, paprika, black pepper, honey, and olive oil. Gently toss them well to coat the salmon evenly. I wear a cooking glove to do this.
  5. Spray the air fryer basket with olive oil, add the cubed salmon with some space between them. You might need to cook them in 2 batches. Air fryer at 350°F (177°C) for 8 minutes.
  6. When air frying is done, open the basket and wait for 10 seconds before removing the salmon. The cold air will make the meat shrink a bit and therefore helps it “unstick” from the basket. Carefully and gently transfer the cubes to a serving plate so they won’t fall apart.
  7. Garnish the salmon bites with chive and serve with the dipping sauce on the side. Serve warm.

Recipe from Iheartumami

Fish

Honey Mustard Salmon Bake

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The Honey Mustand Salmon is so delicious and will remain a favorite recipe with or without the vegetables. I had several vegetables on hand, including leftover roasted brussel sprouts, that I used in this recipe. I like roasted radishes, but if that is not your thing, you could easily replace with sweet potatoes, carrots, green beans, etc. A one pan meal is always a great way to prepare a meal. Enjoy!

Honey Mustard Salmon Bake

INGREDIENTS:
  • Salmon:
    • 1 tsp. mustard
    • 2 heaped tsp. Wholegrain mustard
    • 1 1/2 tsbp. honey
    • 3 minced garlic cloves
    • 1/2 tsp paprika
    • 1/4 tsp chili flakes
    • 1 pound salmon
  • Vegetables:
    • 1 pound new potatoes, halved or cubed potates
    • 1 red onion, sliced thin
    • bunch of radishes, halved
    • 2 tbsp. olive oil
    • a big pinch of: salt, pepper, thyme, oregano, ground coriander and ground cumin
    • 8 oz. brussel sprouts, halved or sliced thinly
    • 3 spring onions, halved and cut into pieces
    • Lemon & dill to serve
DIRECTIONS:
  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Mix together mustards, honey, garlic, paprika and chili flakes. Brush over flesh side of salmon and set aside.
  3. Combine potatoes, radishes and red onion. Add olive oil, salt, pepper, thyme, oregano, ground coriander and ground cumin. Stir to coat
  4. Add potatoes, radishes and red onion to baking sheet and baked for 25 minutes.
  5. Meanwhile, combine brussel sprouts, spring onion and squeeze over juice of one lemon. Add sprout misture to potato mixture and stir. 
  6. Make a well in the center of the baking sheet and lay the salmon down with a slice of lemon.
  7. Bake for another 12-15 minutes depending on how you like your salmon. Serve with fresh dill.

Recipe from Mediterranean.diet.plan

Appetizers · Family Favorites · Holidays

Smoked Salmon Dip

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Dips and appetizers are a staple for the holidays.  In 2020, we will not be having the large holiday parties and gatherings, but we can still enjoy our favorite foods and traditions in our homes.

Ina Garten’s Smoked Salmon Dip is an easy, delicious dip that last well in the refrigerator for a day or two.   Smoked Salmon is a favorite of mine, anytime of year, but dip time is holiday time!

SMOKED SALMON DIP

8 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
1/2 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 tablespoon minced fresh dill
1 teaspoon prepared horseradish, drained
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 pound (4 ounces) smoked salmon, minced

  • Cream the cheese in an electric mixer fitted with a paddle attachment until just smooth.
  • Add the sour cream, lemon juice, dill, horseradish, salt and pepper, and mix.
  • Add the smoked salmon and mix well.
  • Chill and serve with crudites and/or crackers.

RECIPE FROM INA GARTEN 

Garden · New Favorite · Vegan · Vegetarian

Raspberry Salsa

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Raspberries have always been my favorite fruit.  My Mother grew red and black raspberries on the farm.  When we moved into our home in 1988 we, too, planted red raspberries in our yard.  Very few raspberries make their way into the house, instead being consumed right there on the spot.

Through the years I’ve tasted several wonderful commercial raspberry salsas and it was time to make one from scratch.  Several recipes call for tomatoes but I’m a raspberry purist and didn’t want to ruin the tart, tangy goodness of fresh raspberries.

The salsa was good with tortilla chips (I’m thinking a cinnamon chip would be great with it!) and as a side to fresh grilled salmon.  The salsa would be wonderful with a grilled or broiled chicken breast as well.

Our summer bounty will fast come to a close so enjoy while you can! Also try the fresh peach or tomato salsas:

Peach Salsa
Fresh Tomato Salsa

English: Raspberries Français : Framboises Deu...

FRESH RASPBERRY SALSA

2 cups fresh raspberries
1/4 cup chopped sweet onion
3 tsp.  finely chopped jalapeno chile peppers
1 clove minced garlic
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 tsp. sugar
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice

  • Combine raspberries, sweet onion, jalapeno, garlic, cilantro, white sugar and lime juice.
  • Cover and chill in the refrigerator at least 1 hour before serving.
  • Optional: Mash berries slightly before chilling and garnish with whole raspberries.
New Favorite · Skinny

Salmon Ball Appetizer…Skinny Treat!

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Salmon is a favorite and flavorful, skinny recipes are even better. Easy, tasty and skinny. Can’t beat that!

SALMON BALL APPETIZER

2 cups canned salmon, drained, flaked, and skin/bones removed
8 ounces reduced fat cream cheese, softened
1 tablespoon finely shopping onion
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon prepared horseradish
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon liquid smoke
1/2 cup chopped almonds
3 tablespoons chopped parsley

  • Combine the salmon, cream cheese, onion, lemon juice, horseradish, salt and liquid smoke. Mix thoroughly. Refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours until firm. Form into a ball.
  • In a separate bowl, combine the almonds and parsley. Roll the salmon ball into the almond/parsley mixture. Refrigerate an hour until chilled.
  • Serve with vegetables (or crackers).

Recipe adapted from The South Beach Diet Cookbook