Change up your weeknight dinner routine with this deliciously unique salmon fries recipe! Crispy, flaky and flavorful salmon tenders are a snap to make in 20 minutes or less with just 3 simple ingredients. They're breaded (without egg!) and pan fried on the stovetop for a quick and easy dish that everyone loves.

For all my salmon lovers, i have these delicious bang bang salmon bites and salmon belly recipes. More related recipes are at the bottom of the post.

Salmon fries are a fun and delicious way to enjoy one of your favorite fishes! They're hearty but not heavy, with a crunchy cornflour breading and sweet, flaky meat inside.

But while this enticing seafood recipe is sure to impress, you won't believe how simple it is to prepare. We slice the fish fillets into thick cuts, like classic steak fries. Then lightly dredge in seafood breading mix and quickly pan fry for less than 10 minutes. Done!

Bonus: Because there is no need for an egg wash or messy wet batter, they are even a bit healthier than many breaded and fried dishes!

My no-fail recipe is fantastic for a quick and easy dinner, appetizer, or "fancy" game day snacks. Crisp and succulent fried salmon fingers are fantastic for sharing and dipping in any number of tasty sauces, and is a guaranteed crowd pleaser every time.

Recipe ingredients

1. Salmon Fillet: Choose a fresh, skinless salmon fillet, approximately 1 pound in weight. The salmon should be firm to the touch, with a bright pink hue, indicating freshness.
2. Seasoned Seafood Breading Mix: Prepare about 2 cups of a seasoned seafood breading mix, preferably one that's specifically formulated for fish fry. This mix should contain a blend of flour, cornmeal, and seasonings such as garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper for a savory crust.
3. Oil for Pan Frying. Enough oil to cover pan the pan surface.

How to cook salmon fries

Begin by rinsing your salmon fillet under cold water and patting it dry with paper towels. Lay the salmon fillet flat on a clean cutting board. Using a sharp knife, slice the fillet lengthwise into strips that resemble the size and shape of traditional steak fries.

Aim for each piece to be approximately ½-inch thick; this will ensure that they cook evenly and obtain a pleasant texture. Pour the seasoned seafood breading mix into a wide, shallow dish to prepare for the breading process. This setup will facilitate an easy coating of the salmon pieces.

Roll each salmon strip into the seafood breading mix, ensuring that all sides are evenly coated. Shake off any excess breading to prevent clumping and to achieve a nice crust.

Heat the oil in a large frying pan. Carefully place the breaded salmon pieces into the hot oil using tongs to avoid splatters. Do not overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if necessary to maintain the oil's temperature. Cook the salmon for approximately 5-7 minutes, turning them halfway through the cooking time.

They should develop a crispy, golden-brown exterior while remaining moist and flaky on the inside. Once cooked, transfer the salmon fries to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil. This step will help keep them crispy.Serve the salmon fries hot, with your choice of dipping sauces

What is in seafood breading mix

Traditional fish fry breading is a mixture of corn flour, wheat flour, and seasonings. From there, other ingredients can include things like preservatives, sugars, or other flavor additives.

There are several different brands of fish fry, so simply choose whichever you prefer!

What oil is best for shallow pan frying

You want a heat and oil that has a neutral flavor. Vegetable oil and canola oil are the best oil to fry salmon in, in my opinion. Peanut oil is also a popular fry oil option, but it does have a distinct taste.

Recipe variations

• Add other spices or seasoning blends to the salmon fries breading! A healthy pinch of Old Bay, Cajun, or lemon pepper seasoning will give the dish an extra kick of flavor. For a spicy fish fry breading, add a generous dose of crushed red pepper flakes.
• We love the ease and taste of using a traditional fish fry. However, you can swap for your choice of other seafood breading! Dredge the fish tenders in just a simple combination of flour and spices if you like. Or dip in an egg wash and bread with breadcrumbs or cornmeal for an extra crunchy tender.
• Make this a gluten free recipe by using a GF-friendly fish fry mix. Alternatively, a cornmeal breading is also naturally gluten free. But again, you'll need to coat the fish pieces in an egg wash first.
• This recipe is easy to make with other types of fish! Swap salmon with thick slices of bass, catfish, trout, cod, haddock or other hearty white fish.

Frequently asked questions

Storage suggestions

To store leftover salmon fries, first let them cool to room temperature. Place them in an airtight container, with parchment paper between layers if stacked, and refrigerate for up to 2 days.

For longer storage, freeze them in a freezer-safe container for up to a month. Reheat in the oven or air fryer at 375°F until hot and crispy for the best texture. Avoid microwaving to prevent sogginess.

You may also like

• Salmon wings
• Broiled salmon with skin
• Salmon head soup
• Air fryer jerk salmon
• Uni butter
• Steamed snow crab
• Conch salad

Hope you will like this salmon fries recipe as much as i do. Rate the recipe if you made it and leave a comment below if you have any question or suggestions.