Homemade Salmon Fish Fingers with Yogurt Dip

These easy, healthy homemade salmon fish fingers can be enjoyed as a main dish or party food idea.  They come with a simple, zesty yogurt lime dip with chives and dill.

My last post was about making and storing breadcrumbs and today I am posting a salmon fish fingers recipe that uses them.  I have to admit that until now I never thought of putting salmon and breadcrumbs in the same recipe.  Salmon fillet seems so perfect baked whole, it never occurred to me to cut it into pieces.

I can tell you though that turning salmon into crispy salmon fish fingers (served alongside a tangy zesty yogurt dip) was a great idea!  Shame I hadn’t thought of it sooner.

Salmon fish fingers with easy yogurt dip

This homemade fish fingers recipe is a delicious easy meal idea but it also makes great party food – perfect for the holiday season.  It comes with a zesty, low fat yogurt dip that’s super simple and quick to prepare!

I’ve used the two herbs that I think work really well with any salmon recipe – dill and chives. (I like both but you could use either one or the other).  You could spice up the dip with some cayenne pepper or even sprinkle some on the salmon slices before coating them in breadcrumbs.  I made mine mild to make them 100% child friendly. (My children have unanimously declared these fish fingers to be their favourite salmon recipe!).

Equipment you’ll need

• Large cutting board and knife
• Zester, bowl and fork
• Large non-stick pan and spatula
• Paper towel sheet and plate

How to make healthy salmon fish fingers recipe: step-by-step

1.Start by cutting the fish widthways into thick finger size slices.

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2. Season and sprinkle with the lime zest.

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3. Coat in the breadcrumbs.

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4. Shallow fry in a little oil on a medium heat for about 1.5 minutes on each side.  Place your fish fingers on a plate lined with paper towel for a few seconds to get rid of excess fat, then serve.

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Top tips

• You can prepare the fish in advance. Cut, season and coat in lime zest, then cover and refrigerate for up to several hours.
• The yogurt dip can also be prepared ahead and refrigerated until you are ready to use it.
• Breadcrumbs:  I like to use homemade breadcrumbs, which are quite fine. If you use coarser breadcrumbs your fish fingers will be more crispy but will absorb more oil than when using finer breadcrumbs.  You can also use panko, Japanese style breadcrumbs, which produce a light crispy coating.
• Remember that fish cooks very quickly so try not to overcook your fish fingers or they might be a little tough.
• Do not overcrowd the pan, it’s best to fry in batches.
• Place the fish fingers on top of a paper towel sheet for a few seconds to get rid of excess oil.  Then serve.
• Best served immediately.
• Freeze raw fish fingers separated by parchment paper inside a plastic container.  To defrost place on top of a plate without overlapping one another.  Fry as per Instructions.

Serving suggestions

These healthy fish sticks are delicious with zesty, herby yogurt dip (recipe below), but could also be served with easy low fat ranch dip.  Try them also with my simple minty avocado dip.

Serve these healthy fish fingers straight from the pan as they will lose some of their crispiness after a while.

More easy salmon party food recipes

If you like this healthy fish fingers recipe you might also enjoy this salmon lettuce wraps recipe.  It’s another delicious, easy salmon recipe perfect for entertaining.  Check out also this pistachio crusted fish recipe where I’ve also used salmon.

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Homemade Salmon Fish Fingers with Yogurt Dip

These zesty Homemade Salmon Fish Fingers can be enjoyed as a main dish or party food idea - serve with yogurt lime dip with chives and dill.

Prep Time15 mins

Cook Time10 mins

Total Time25 mins

Course: Dinner, Fish, Party Food

Cuisine: International

Keyword: fish fingers, salmon

Servings: 4 people

Author: Monika Dabrowski

Ingredients

• 500 g salmon fillet skinless
• Zest of 2 limes
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs you may need less
• Olive oil for frying
• Salt and pepper to taste

For the dip

• 250 g thick yogurt such as Greek
• 1.5 tbsp lime juice
• 1 tbsp dill finely chopped
• 1.5 tbsp chives finely chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

• Cut the salmon (along the width) into thick finger size slices, about 5-6 cm long. Season and sprinkle with the lime zest. Coat in the breadcrumbs.
• To make the dip simply combine all the dip ingredients and stir until smooth (don't forget to season). Set aside.
• Heat up approximately 3 tablespoons of oil and fry the fish fingers on a medium heat for about 1.5 minutes on each side (don't overcook it as it won't be tender). Place on top of a plate lined with paper towel for a few seconds to get rid of excess oil. Then serve.

Notes

• You can prepare the fish in advance. Cut, season and coat in lime zest, then cover and refrigerate for up to several hours.
• The yogurt dip can also be prepared ahead and refrigerated until you are ready to use it.
• Breadcrumbs:  I like to use homemade breadcrumbs, which are quite fine. If you use coarser breadcrumbs your fish fingers will be more crispy but will absorb more oil than when using finer breadcrumbs.  You can also use panko, Japanese style breadcrumbs, which produce a light crispy coating.
• Remember that fish cooks very quickly so try not to overcook your fish fingers or they might be a little tough.
• Do not overcrowd the pan, it's best to fry in batches.
• Place the fish fingers on top of a paper towel sheet for a few seconds to get rid of excess oil.  Then serve.
• Best served immediately.
• Freeze raw fish fingers separated by parchment paper inside a plastic container.  To defrost place on top of a plate without overlapping one another.  Fry as per Instructions.

Nutrition

Serving: 0g | Carbohydrates: 0g | Protein: 0g | Fat: 0g | Saturated Fat: 0g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0g | Trans Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 0mg | Potassium: 0mg | Fiber: 0g | Sugar: 0g | Vitamin A: 0IU | Vitamin C: 0mg | Calcium: 0mg | Iron: 0mg

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I am sharing this easy salmon fish fingers recipe with Fiesta Friday.