Salmon Meatballs

I can guide you in preparing some delicious Italian-style salmon meatballs. Here is the recipe:

Ingredients

• 400 g of fresh salmon
• 1 clove of garlic
• Fresh parsley to taste
• 1 egg
• 50 g of breadcrumbs
• 30 g of grated Parmesan cheese
• Salt to taste
• Pepper to taste
• Grated zest of 1 lemon
• Extra virgin olive oil for frying

Preparation

1. Start by removing the skin and any bones from the salmon, then cut it into small pieces.
2. Finely chop the garlic clove and fresh parsley.
3. In a bowl, place the pieces of salmon and add the garlic, parsley, grated lemon zest, Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, egg, salt, and pepper.
4. Mix all the ingredients well until you have a homogeneous mixture. If necessary, add more breadcrumbs to reach the desired consistency.
5. Shape into meatballs with your hands and place them on a plate.
6. Heat plenty of extra virgin olive oil in a pan and, once hot, fry the meatballs until golden brown on all sides.
7. Drain them on paper towels to remove the excess oil.

Curiosity

Salmon meatballs are a versatile dish that can be served as an appetizer or as a main course. In Italy, fish is often used to make meatballs, a combination that allows you to enjoy its delicate taste while experiencing a texture different from the classic fillet. If you prefer, you can bake the meatballs in an oven at 180 °C (356 °F) for approximately 15-20 minutes for a lighter version.

For an even more Italian touch, you could serve the salmon meatballs with a fresh tomato sauce, or simply with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and a few drops of lemon to enhance their flavor.