Ingredients
Scale
Let’s start with gathering a few simple ingredients. Trust me, you probably have most of these in your pantry already:
- 1 pound salmon fillets, skinless and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- Olive oil spray
- Lemon wedges for serving (optional)
If you’re out of panko breadcrumbs, regular breadcrumbs can work too, though the texture might be a tad different. And if thyme isn’t your favorite, feel free to swap it with oregano or dill—this recipe is as flexible as my mom’s legendary tomato magic.
Instructions
Now, let’s get cooking with these easy-to-follow steps:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a shallow dish, combine panko breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs until well mixed.
- Dip each salmon cube into the eggs, ensuring it is fully coated, then roll it in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing lightly to adhere.
- Place each coated salmon piece on the prepared baking sheet. Make sure they’re not touching, to allow even crisping.
- Lightly spray the tops with olive oil spray to help them brown up nicely.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the salmon is cooked through and the crust is golden brown. You’ll know they’re ready when they flake easily with a fork.
Remember, cooking is an art, not a science. Feel free to tweak the cooking time if your bites are on the thicker side.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International
Keywords: Crispy Parmesan Salmon Bites, recipe, cooking, food
