FRIED LEMON PEPPER SALMON STICKS WITH OLD BAY BLUE CHEESE
This dish features crispy, golden-brown salmon sticks seasoned with a zesty lemon pepper coating. The salmon sticks are fried to perfection, offering a deliciously crunchy exterior and a moist, flavorful interior. Accompanied by a rich and tangy Old Bay blue cheese dipping sauce, this recipe combines the freshness of salmon with the bold flavors of lemon pepper and the distinctive taste of Old Bay seasoning. Perfect as an appetizer or a main course, these salmon sticks are a delightful blend of textures and tastes.
Preparation Time: Approximately 30 minutes
Cooking Time: 15-20 minutes
Servings: 4
INGREDIENTS:
1 lb salmon fillet, cut into strips
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 eggs, beaten
1 cup breadcrumbs
2 tbsp lemon pepper seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste
Oil for frying
Old Bay Blue Cheese Sauce
1/2 cup blue cheese crumbles
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
1 tbsp Old Bay seasoning
1 tbsp lemon juice
Salt and pepper to taste
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Prepare the Salmon Sticks:
Season the salmon strips with salt, pepper, and lemon pepper seasoning.
Set up a breading station with three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs.
Coat each salmon strip in flour, then dip in the beaten eggs, and finally coat with breadcrumbs.
2. Fry the Salmon Sticks:
Heat oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat.
Fry the breaded salmon sticks in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side.
Remove and drain on paper towels.
3. Make the Old Bay Blue Cheese Sauce:
In a bowl, combine blue cheese crumbles, mayonnaise, sour cream, Old Bay seasoning, and lemon juice.
Mix until smooth and season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Serve:
Serve the fried salmon sticks hot with the Old Bay blue cheese sauce on the side for dipping.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
Calories: 450 Protein: 25g Carbohydrates: 20g Fat: 30g Saturated Fat: 8g Cholesterol: 100mg Sodium: 850mg Fiber: 2g Sugar: 2g