Description
This Honey Garlic Salmon Bites recipe offers a quick and flavorful way to enjoy tender salmon cubes coated in a glossy, sweet, and savory honey garlic sauce. Perfectly seared in a skillet for a golden crust yet juicy inside, these bites make a delicious main course that pairs beautifully with steamed rice or sautéed vegetables. With simple ingredients and a short cooking time, it’s an easy weeknight dinner with vibrant Asian-inspired flavors.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 pound skinless salmon fillets, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Sauce Ingredients
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Garnish
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley or green onions
- Sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the salmon: Pat the salmon cubes dry using paper towels to remove any excess moisture. Season evenly with salt and black pepper to enhance the flavor.
- Sear the salmon: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place the salmon bites in a single layer and cook for 2–3 minutes on each side until they develop a golden crust and are just cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside to prevent overcooking.
- Sauté garlic and make sauce: Reduce heat to medium and add the minced garlic to the same skillet. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not burned. Then add honey, low-sodium soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes if using. Stir well and let the sauce simmer for 1–2 minutes until it thickens slightly.
- Coat salmon with sauce: Return the seared salmon bites back to the skillet, gently tossing them in the honey garlic sauce to coat evenly. Cook for an additional minute, spooning the sauce over the salmon to ensure every bite is flavorful.
- Garnish and serve: Remove the skillet from heat. Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley or green onions and optional sesame seeds on top before serving. Serve immediately for best taste alongside steamed rice or your favorite sautéed vegetables.
Notes
- For extra crispy salmon bites, lightly coat the salmon cubes in cornstarch before searing.
- This dish pairs wonderfully with steamed rice or sautéed vegetables for a complete meal.
- You can substitute maple syrup for honey if you prefer a different sweetener.
- Use gluten-free soy sauce to make this recipe suitable for gluten-free diets.
