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Honey Garlic Salmon Bites

Delicious bite-sized salmon cubes coated in a sticky honey-garlic glaze, perfect for quick weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Fusion
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the salmon
  • 1.5 lbs fresh salmon fillet Cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil For cooking
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt For seasoning
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper For seasoning
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch For salmon coating
For the glaze
  • 1/2 cup honey Or reduce to 1/3 cup if runny
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced For flavor
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce Or tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar To balance flavor
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated For flavor
  • 1/2 tsp toasted sesame oil For flavor
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch For glaze slurry
  • 2 tbsp cold water For glaze slurry
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes or Sriracha Optional for heat
For garnish
  • 2 tbsp fresh green onions, sliced For serving
  • 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds For serving

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pat the salmon dry with paper towels and cut into uniform 1-inch cubes.
  2. Season the cubes with sea salt and black pepper. Toss them with 1 tablespoon of cornstarch to coat evenly. Shake off any excess.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, rice vinegar, grated ginger, and toasted sesame oil. Set aside.
  4. Mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water to form a smooth slurry.
Cooking
  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. Add the salmon bites in a single layer. Sear for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden brown. Do not overcrowd; cook in batches if needed.
  3. Transfer the seared salmon bites to a plate.
  4. Reduce heat to medium-low and pour the honey-garlic mixture into the same skillet. Bring to a gentle simmer and stir for about 30 seconds.
  5. Add the cornstarch slurry to the simmering glaze and stir constantly until the glaze thickens and becomes glossy, about 1 minute.
  6. Return the salmon bites to the skillet and gently toss to coat in the glaze. Warm through for 30 to 60 seconds, then remove from heat.
Serving
  1. Transfer the salmon bites to a serving platter and garnish with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 28gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 700mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20g

Notes

Serve over steamed jasmine rice to soak up the glaze. For a casual meal, pile the glazed bites into warmed tortillas or over mixed greens for a warm salmon salad. Store leftovers in an airtight container and consume within 2 days for best texture. To reheat, warm gently in a skillet over low heat.

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