Sweet Chili Salmon Balls with Creamy Garlic Sauce

Delicious salmon balls infused with sweet chili sauce, served with a creamy garlic dip. These flavorful bites are perfect as appetizers or a light dinner, offering a perfect mix of sweet heat and creamy richness.

Prep time: 20 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Total time: 40 minutes
Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Fresh Salmon (skinless, boneless) – 1 lb Breadcrumbs – 1/2 cup Green Onions (finely chopped) – 1/4 cup Red Bell Pepper (finely chopped) – 1/4 cup Garlic (minced) – 2 cloves Fresh Ginger (grated) – 1 tablespoon Egg – 1 Sweet Chili Sauce – 1/4 cup Soy Sauce – 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil – 1 teaspoon Salt and Pepper – to taste Creamy Garlic Sauce: Mayonnaise – 1/2 cup Sour Cream – 2 tablespoons Garlic (minced) – 2 cloves Lemon Juice – 1 tablespoon Salt and Pepper – to taste

Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Prep Salmon: Add salmon to a food processor and pulse until finely chopped but not pureed.
Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix chopped salmon, breadcrumbs, vegetables, garlic, ginger, egg, sauces, and seasoning.
Form Balls: Shape mixture into 1-inch balls and place on the baking sheet.
Bake: Cook for 15–20 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
Make Sauce: Mix mayonnaise, sour cream, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Chill Sauce: Refrigerate the sauce for 15 minutes before serving to enhance flavor.
Serve: Plate the warm salmon balls with the chilled creamy garlic sauce for dipping.

Notes

You can bake or air-fry for different textures. Air-fry at 380°F for 10–12 minutes for a crispier crust. Store leftovers up to 3 days in the fridge. Serve with rice, salad, or roasted vegetables.

Nutrition

Calories: 290 kcal
Fat: 19g
Saturated fat: 3g
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 460mg
Protein: 23g
Carbohydrates: 8g
Fiber: 1g