Description
Delicious and easy-to-make Honey Garlic Salmon Bites feature tender, perfectly seasoned salmon cubes cooked to golden perfection and coated in a sticky, flavorful honey garlic sauce. Garnished with green onions and sesame seeds, this dish is an excellent choice for a quick weeknight dinner or a tasty appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon
- 1 pound salmon, about 3 filets, skins removed, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Sauce
- ¼ cup (½ stick / 57 g) unsalted butter
- ½ cup (170 g) honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Green onions, for garnish
- Sesame seeds, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the salmon: Cut the skinless salmon filets into 1-inch bite-sized cubes. In a bowl, toss the salmon cubes with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, kosher salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
- Cook the salmon: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned salmon cubes and sear for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the salmon from the skillet and set aside.
- Make the honey garlic sauce: In the same skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in the honey, soy sauce, white wine vinegar, and red pepper flakes. Simmer the sauce for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Combine salmon with sauce: Return the cooked salmon bites to the skillet and gently toss them in the honey garlic sauce to coat evenly. Cook for another 1-2 minutes to marry the flavors.
- Garnish and serve: Transfer the salmon bites to a serving dish. Sprinkle with chopped green onions and sesame seeds for garnish. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Use fresh salmon for the best flavor and texture.
- Adjust red pepper flakes to your preferred spice level or omit for a milder taste.
- Serve with steamed rice or vegetables for a complete meal.
- Ensure the skillet is hot enough before adding salmon to get a nice sear.
- The sauce can be doubled if you prefer more glaze on the salmon bites.
