Honey Garlic Salmon Bites (Printable Version)

Crispy salmon cubes glazed in a sweet-savory honey garlic sauce, ready in just 25 minutes for an impressive yet simple meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Meats

01 - 1 ½ lb salmon, skin removed and cut into 1-inch cubes

→ Spices

02 - 1 teaspoon paprika
03 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
04 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
05 - ¾ teaspoon salt
06 - 1 teaspoon ground black pepper

→ Oils

07 - 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided

→ Aromatics

08 - 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
09 - 1 teaspoon ginger, grated

→ Sauces

10 - 3 tablespoons soy sauce
11 - 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
12 - ¼ cup honey

→ Garnishes

13 - 2 teaspoons sesame seeds
14 - 2 teaspoons chopped chives

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Pat dry the salmon cubes with a paper towel and season with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Pour about a tablespoon of olive oil and massage the salmon cubes until evenly coated.
02 - Heat a heavy skillet with a tablespoon of olive oil, add the salmon cubes in a single layer, and cook for 4-5 minutes, flipping often until crispy and golden. Transfer the cooked salmon to a plate and repeat for the remaining salmon.
03 - Using the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil and sauté garlic and ginger for one minute until fragrant.
04 - Stir in the soy sauce, rice vinegar, and honey. Simmer for 3-5 minutes until the sauce thickens.
05 - Return the crispy salmon to the skillet and toss well with the sauce. Adjust seasonings as needed.
06 - Serve the honey garlic salmon bites over rice and enjoy.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Ready in just 25 minutes perfect for busy weeknights
  • Uses everyday pantry ingredients you likely already have
  • Versatile enough for both family dinners and entertaining guests
  • Simple cooking technique that delivers foolproof results every time
02 -
  • High in omega3 fatty acids and protein making it a nutritious choice
  • Can be prepared ahead of time and reheated gently
  • Versatile enough to pair with various sides from rice to quinoa to noodles
  • Adaptable to different heat levels by adjusting spices
03 -
  • Always pat the salmon completely dry before seasoning to ensure a proper sear rather than steaming the fish
  • Use a heavy cast iron or stainless steel skillet for the best browning results and even heat distribution
  • Keep a close eye on the sauce as it reduces to prevent burning the honey which can happen quickly

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