Description
Tender, juicy salmon bites coated in a luscious honey-butter-garlic glaze, offering a perfect balance of sweet and savory. Ready in under 30 minutes, this recipe is a crowd-pleaser, ideal for quick dinners or appetizers.
Ingredients
Scale
- Salmon Bites:
- 1 lb salmon fillets, cut into bite-sized cubes
- ½ tsp salt (for seasoning)
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Glaze:
- 3 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- ⅛ tsp salt
- For Cooking:
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Optional Garnish:
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
Prepare the Salmon:
- Pat the salmon cubes dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- Season lightly with salt and black pepper on all sides.
Make the Glaze:
- In a small bowl, combine honey, soy sauce, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Mix until honey dissolves; set aside.
Sear the Salmon:
- Heat olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
- Add salmon cubes in a single layer, leaving space between pieces.
- Cook for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
Prepare the Glaze:
- Lower heat to medium-low. Add butter to the same skillet and melt.
- Stir in minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
Combine and Caramelize:
- Pour the prepared glaze into the skillet, stirring to combine.
- Bring to a simmer and cook for 2–3 minutes until the glaze thickens slightly.
Coat the Salmon:
- Return the salmon to the skillet. Toss gently to coat each piece with the glaze.
- Let cook for 1 more minute to meld flavors.
Serve:
- Transfer salmon bites to a serving dish. Drizzle remaining glaze over the top.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or sesame seeds, if desired.
Notes
- Storage:
- Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Freeze in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight before reheating.
- Reheating:
- Warm gently in a skillet over medium heat or in a 350°F (175°C) oven. Avoid microwaving.
- Variations:
- Add heat: Incorporate red pepper flakes or sriracha.
- Citrus swap: Use orange juice instead of lemon juice.
- Gluten-free: Substitute tamari or coconut aminos for soy sauce.
- Herbaceous touch: Add fresh thyme or rosemary.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-seared
- Cuisine: Fusion
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