Wednesday, July 18, 2018

SPICY SALMON POPPERS

These Spicy Salmon Poppers are a delicious, nutrient-dense, and ultra low-carb appetizer, snack, or meal option!

Made with wholesome and straightforward ingredients, this is an essential recipe to have on-hand for family gatherings, work events, and tailgating parties!
Like that of my Chicken Bacon Ranch Poppers, these Spicy Salmon Poppers are sure to impress anyone who tastes them, regardless of whether or not they are personally concerned with their carbohydrate intake! This recipe is easy to prepare, diet-friendly, and allergy-friendly, making it a great dish-to-pass choice for those parties you’re planning or events you’re attending

INGREDIENTS
Poppers

  • 24 oz canned salmon
  • 5 eggs
  • 3/4 cup (80g) finely ground pork rinds
  • 1/2 medium jalapeño (~20g), finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 3/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp dried dill
  • 1/4 tsp + 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/8 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 1/8 tsp pepper
  • 1 tbsp avocado oil
Lemon Dill Aioli

  • 1/4 cup + 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp mustard
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tsp dried dill
  • 1/4 tsp lemon zest
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/16 tsp (pinch) salt

Optional garnishes

  • Fresh dill
  • Jalapeño slices
  • Lemon wedge


INSTRUCTIONS
  1. To a mixing bowl, combine all popper ingredients excluding avocado oil using hands or electric mixer. Form into 24 equal size balls* and gently press flat.
  2. Over medium heat in a pan, add avocado oil. Once oil is hot, add 4-6 poppers to pan and cook on each side  until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes. Continue until all poppers are cooked.
  3. For the aioli, to a small bowl, add all ingredients and stir until well-incorporated.
  4. Serve poppers hot with aioli on the side or drizzled on top. Add optional garnishes as desired.


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