Description
These Crispy Honey Garlic Salmon Bites are the perfect combination of crispy, tender salmon and a sweet-savory honey garlic sauce. In just 25 minutes, you can enjoy a delicious and flavorful seafood dish that’s perfect over rice or as a tasty appetizer!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ lb salmon (skin removed, 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
- 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- ¼ cup honey
- 2 teaspoons sesame seeds
- 2 teaspoons chopped chives
Instructions
- Prepare the Salmon: Pat dry the salmon cubes with a paper towel. Season them with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Pour about 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the salmon and massage the seasoning into the cubes.
- Cook the Salmon: Heat a heavy skillet with 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the salmon cubes in a single layer and cook for 4-5 minutes, flipping them often until they’re crispy and golden on all sides. Transfer the cooked salmon to a plate and cook the remaining cubes in batches.
- Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil and sauté the minced garlic and grated ginger for about 1 minute.
- Prepare the Sauce: Stir in the soy sauce, rice vinegar, and honey. Simmer the sauce for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.
- Toss the Salmon: Return the crispy salmon to the skillet and toss well with the sauce. Check for seasonings and adjust if needed.
- Serve: Serve the crispy honey garlic salmon bites over rice and garnish with sesame seeds and chopped chives. Enjoy!
Notes
- Dry the salmon with paper towels to remove any excess moisture before cooking for a crispier texture.
- Cube the salmon into even pieces for consistent cooking.
- Gently toss the salmon to coat evenly without breaking the pieces.
- Add cayenne pepper to the seasoning mix if you want to spice up the flavor.
- If you have time, let the salmon marinate in the seasoning mix for 30 minutes to an hour for more depth of flavor.
- Use fresh garlic for the best taste.
- Air fryer method: Preheat the air fryer to 390°F and cook for 7-9 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- You can also swap the salmon for chicken or shrimp, adjusting the cooking time accordingly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish, Seafood
- Method: Stovetop, Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American, Asian-inspired
Keywords: Salmon bites, crispy salmon, honey garlic salmon, seafood bites, easy salmon recipe, honey garlic sauce, pan-seared salmon, quick dinner recipe