Description
Honey Garlic Salmon Bites are a delightful fusion of sweet and savory flavors, perfect for any occasion. These tender, crispy morsels are quick to prepare and make an excellent appetizer or main dish. With a sticky honey glaze infused with garlic and ginger, each bite is a flavor explosion that will impress your family and guests alike. Serve them over rice or alongside fresh vegetables for a complete meal, or enjoy them as finger food at your next gathering. This dish not only satisfies your taste buds but also packs in healthy omega-3 fatty acids from the salmon. Try these irresistible bites for a weeknight dinner or special celebration!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ lb salmon (skin removed, cut into cubes)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- ¼ cup honey
- 2 teaspoons garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon ginger (grated)
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 teaspoons sesame seeds (for garnish)
- 2 teaspoons chopped chives (for garnish)
Instructions
- Pat dry the salmon cubes and season with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Drizzle with olive oil and coat evenly.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat with one tablespoon of olive oil. Cook the seasoned salmon in batches for about 4-5 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic and grated ginger in the remaining olive oil until fragrant. Add soy sauce, rice vinegar, and honey; let simmer until slightly thickened.
- Return the cooked salmon to the skillet and toss to coat evenly in the sauce.
- Serve hot over rice or veggies, garnished with sesame seeds and chives.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz (113g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 60mg