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Sweet Chili Salmon Balls with Creamy Garlic Sauce

Sweet Chili Salmon Balls with Creamy Garlic Sauce You'll Love

Delicious Sweet Chili Salmon Balls with Creamy Garlic Sauce, perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings, packed with flavor and health benefits.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 balls
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon Balls
  • 1 pound Fresh Salmon Opt for the freshest quality.
  • 1/2 cup Sweet Chili Sauce Substitute with honey and soy sauce if needed.
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Use gluten-free for dietary restrictions.
  • 1 large Egg Can substitute with a flax egg for vegan option.
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic Adjust based on preference.
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Green Onions Chives work as a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper
For the Creamy Garlic Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Cream Use plant-based cream for a dairy-free version.
  • 1 cloves Minced Garlic Use raw for more intensity.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • food processor

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Finely chop the fresh salmon or pulse in a food processor until chunky.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped salmon with sweet chili sauce, breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, chopped green onions, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Form the salmon mixture into small balls, roughly 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter, and place them on a greased, parchment-lined baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  6. For extra crispiness, broil for the last 2-3 minutes.
  7. While baking, whisk together the cream, minced garlic, salt, and pepper for the sauce.
  8. Serve the salmon balls with the creamy garlic sauce drizzled on top or on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 15gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Let the salmon mixture rest in the fridge for 15 minutes for better binding. Adjust moisture with sweet chili sauce or breadcrumbs as needed.

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