Description
Honey Garlic Salmon Bites are a quick and flavorful dish featuring tender salmon cubes seasoned with aromatic spices and pan-seared to a crispy golden finish. Tossed in a sticky, sweet, and savory honey garlic glaze, these bites make a perfect appetizer or main course served over steamed rice and garnished with sesame seeds and chives.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon and Seasoning
- 1 ½ lb salmon, skin removed and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
Sauce
- 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- ¼ cup honey
Garnish
- 2 teaspoons sesame seeds
- 2 teaspoons chopped chives
Instructions
- Season the Salmon: Pat the salmon cubes dry thoroughly with a paper towel to remove excess moisture, which helps in achieving a crispy exterior. In a bowl, season the salmon evenly with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and gently massage the seasoning into the salmon cubes to coat them well.
- Cook the Salmon: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a heavy skillet over medium heat. Arrange the salmon cubes in a single layer, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Cook for 4-5 minutes, flipping often until the pieces are crispy, golden, and cooked through on all sides. Remove the cooked salmon and set aside, then repeat the process with the remaining salmon cubes.
- Prepare the Sauce: In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Sauté the minced garlic and grated ginger for about 1 minute or until fragrant, taking care not to burn them.
- Make the Glaze: Stir in the soy sauce, rice vinegar, and honey into the skillet. Allow the mixture to simmer gently for 3-5 minutes until it thickens and becomes a sticky glaze.
- Combine: Return the crispy salmon cubes to the skillet and toss gently to coat each piece evenly with the honey garlic sauce. Adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if desired.
- Serve: Serve the honey garlic salmon bites warm over steamed rice. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped chives to add texture and a fresh herbal note.
Notes
- Make sure the salmon cubes are dry before seasoning to ensure better crisping.
- Do not overcrowd the skillet when cooking the salmon to get that nice golden crust.
- You can substitute rice vinegar with apple cider vinegar if needed.
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.
- These bites can also be served as an appetizer on toothpicks for parties.
