Introduction
Fried Lemon Pepper Salmon Sticks with Old Bay Blue Cheese dip combine the rich flavors of salmon with the zesty tang of lemon pepper and the distinct taste of Old Bay seasoning. This dish is perfect as an appetizer or a light meal and is sure to impress with its unique blend of flavors. Below, you’ll find a detailed recipe for preparing these salmon sticks and their accompanying dip.
Ingredients for Fried Lemon Pepper Salmon Sticks
- Salmon Fillets: 1 pound, skin removed and sliced into 1-inch wide sticks
- Flour: 1/2 cup, for dredging
- Lemon Pepper Seasoning: 2 teaspoons, added to the flour
- Eggs: 2, beaten
- Panko Bread Crumbs: 1 cup
- Vegetable Oil: for frying
- Lemon Zest: From 1 lemon, mixed into the bread crumbs for extra flavor
- Salt: to taste
Ingredients for Old Bay Blue Cheese Dip
- Blue Cheese: 1/2 cup, crumbled
- Sour Cream: 1/2 cup
- Mayonnaise: 1/4 cup
- Old Bay Seasoning: 1 teaspoon
- Milk: 2 tablespoons, to thin the dip
- Lemon Juice: 1 tablespoon, for brightness
- Chopped Parsley: 1 tablespoon, for garnish
Equipment
- Deep fryer or large heavy-bottomed pan
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Plates for dredging
- Tongs or fork
- Paper towels for draining