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Fish Appetizers

Fish Appetizers

Appetizer recipes using salmon, smoked salmon, tuna, cod, fish, etc



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recipe for ahi tuna tartare on sesame wonton crisps

Ahi Tuna Tartare on Sesame Wonton Crisps

Crackers made from wonton wrappers are topped with a mixture of sushi-grade tuna, green onions, sesame seeds, soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, orange...

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for ahi tuna tower

Ahi Tuna Tower

Tuna towers are a popular appetizer item on fancy seafood restaurant menus these days. They are actually really easy to make at home. Serve it with deep fried wonton wrappers as dippers.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for smoked salmon mousse

Smoked Salmon Mousse

Smoked Salmon Mousse: for when you want to spread a little fancy on your crackers without spending a sea of time in the kitchen.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for smoked salmon lollipops

Smoked Salmon Lollipops

Cubes of English cucumber are wrapped in smoked salmon and cream cheese and rolled in freshly chopped dill to make this impressive yet simple appetizer recipe.


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for copycat red lobster's smoked salmon canapes

Copycat Red Lobster's Smoked Salmon Canapes

Red Lobster's smoked salmon canapes are an easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any party or gathering. They can be made ahead of time, making them a...


Time:   under 30 minutes

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recipe for lomi lomi salmon tartare

Lomi Lomi Salmon Tartare

Lomi lomi is the Hawaiian phrase for massage. Traditionally you would "massage" the salmon and other ingredients with your hands but feel free to use a utensil if...


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for smoked salmon tortilla pinwheels

Smoked Salmon Tortilla Pinwheels

Perfect as a snack, lunch, or party appetizer. Smoked salmon is mixed with soft herb cheese and spread on flour tortillas.


Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for lomi salmon and tomatoes

Lomi Salmon And Tomatoes

Salmon salad is an awesome option for a refreshing, protein-packed lunch. Diced onion provides just the right amount of bite to balance out the salmon and juicy tomatoes.


Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for tuna tulips

Tuna Tulips

Made with celery, peanuts, lemon juice, onion, mayonnaise, butter, black pepper, Bisquick, milk

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for sashimi with three sauces

Sashimi With Three Sauces

Made with daikon radish, green onion, carrot, dry mustard, sugar, soy sauce, rice vinegar


Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for bayou catfish balls

Bayou Catfish Balls

Made with oil, cornmeal, catfish fillets, hot sauce, salt, black pepper, eggs

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for catfish pate

Catfish Pate

Made with crackers or Melba toasts, pecans, parsley, catfish fillets, cream cheese, onion, lemon, Worcestershire sauce

Method:   smoker
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for fish cake tempura (satsuma-age)

Fish Cake Tempura (Satsuma-age)

Made with green onion, carrot, fish fillets, sugar, sake, water, cornstarch, egg, salt, burdock

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for halibut carpaccio

Halibut Carpaccio

Made with fresh chervil, golden beets, chioggia beets, vegetable oil, salt, white pepper, shallot, olive oil, lemon

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for all in the blender salmon mousse

All In The Blender Salmon Mousse

Made with parsley, heavy cream, unflavored gelatin, lemon juice, onion, water, mayonnaise, paprika, dill, pink salmon


Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for asian pan-seared ahi tuna appetizer

Asian Pan-Seared Ahi Tuna Appetizer

Made with sesame seeds, sesame oil, vegetable oil, assorted crackers, hoisin sauce, teriyaki sauce, plum sauce, garlic chile sauce, champagne or white wine

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for salmon risotto cakes

Salmon Risotto Cakes

Made with egg yolk, salt and freshly ground black pepper, salmon, olive oil, risotto rice, spring onions, dry white wine, vegetable or fish stock, frozen peas, Parmesan cheese

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for mini tuna tarts

Mini Tuna Tarts

Made with refrigerated flaky biscuits, salt and pepper, tuna, mayonnaise, pickle relish, green onion, monterey jack cheese

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for oven fried trout cakes

Oven Fried Trout Cakes

Made with black pepper, flour, egg, milk, bread crumbs, fresh parsley, paprika, vegetable oil

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for cold salmon mousse with cucumber sauce

Cold Salmon Mousse With Cucumber Sauce

Made with lemon juice, mayonnaise, salt, cayenne pepper, unflavored gelatin, water, heavy cream, sour cream, cucumber


Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for chunky tuna and vegetable antipasto

Chunky Tuna And Vegetable Antipasto

Made with pickled onions, olive oil, sweet green pepper, carrots, cauliflower florets, mushroom, garlic, chili sauce, fresh tomatoes, flaked tuna

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for nova scotia fishcakes

Nova Scotia FishCakes

Made with ale, salt, black pepper, onions, salt cod, water, potatoes, bacon

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for smoked salmon and salmon mousse terrine

Smoked Salmon And Salmon Mousse Terrine

Made with toast points, smoked salmon, clarified butter, heavy cream, lemon, fresh dill, fresh parsley, fresh chives, salt and white pepper, Choupit caviar


Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for deep fried fish puffs

Deep Fried Fish Puffs

Made with oil, milk, eggs, salt and pepper, panfish, self rising flour, onion, parsley

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for crispy oven-fried walleye fish cakes with black bean salsa

Crispy Oven-Fried Walleye Fish Cakes With Black Bean Salsa

Made with lemon, salt, Tabasco sauce, Worcestershire sauce, black pepper, corn flakes, butter, black beans, corn

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for delicious cold seafood cocktail (pareve)

Delicious Cold Seafood Cocktail (Pareve)

Made with white horseradish, ketchup, cod, scrod, or halibut fillet, onion, water, lettuce, carrots

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for baked tuna balls

Baked Tuna Balls

Made with corn flakes, poultry seasoning, tuna, egg, bread crumbs, mayonnaise, onion, parsley, almonds, prepared mustard

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for baked tuna foldovers

Baked Tuna Foldovers

Made with paprika, prepared mustard, mayonnaise, refrigerated biscuits, tuna in water, cheddar or American cheese

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for gefilte fish terrine

Gefilte Fish Terrine

Made with black pepper, ground ginger, watercress, onion, whitefish, pike, fresh parsley, eggs, vegetable oil

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for firecracker salmon rolls

Firecracker Salmon Rolls

Made with salmon, spinach, carrots, green onions, chile paste, white wine, cornstarch, phyllo dough, vegetable oil

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for phyllo wrapped salmon fingers with honey mustard dipping sauce

Phyllo Wrapped Salmon Fingers With Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce

Made with orange juice, honey, Dijon mustard, mayonnaise, phyllo dough, butter, salmon fillet, salt and pepper

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for catfish cakes with remoulade

Catfish Cakes With Remoulade

Made with capers, lemon juice, hot pepper sauce, catfish fillets, cornmeal, bread crumbs, salt, red bell pepper, scallions

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for fried fish cakes

Fried Fish Cakes

Made with shortening or oil, flour, onion, egg, leftover fish, mashed potatoes, salt, pepper & onion powder

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for salmon pillows with basil cream sauce

Salmon Pillows With Basil Cream Sauce

Made with garlic, half and half, heavy whipping cream, Romano cheese, smoked salmon, cream cheese, lemon juice, white pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for tuna tartare with cucumber garnish

Tuna Tartare With Cucumber Garnish

Made with salt, shallot, garlic, black pepper, olive oil, white vinegar, hot pepper sauce, cucumber, vinegar


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for smoked salmon filo shells with cold dill sauce

Smoked Salmon Filo Shells With Cold Dill Sauce

Made with green pepper, shallot, white pepper, garlic, Liquid Smoke, frozen filo dessert shells, sour cream, mayonnaise

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

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