Description
A mouthwatering recipe for honey garlic salmon bites that are crispy on the outside and bursting with flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ lb salmon, skin removed and 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
- Pat dry the salmon cubes with a paper towel and season them with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Pour about a tablespoon of oil and massage the salmon cubes.
- Heat a heavy skillet with a tablespoon of oil, add the salmon cubes in a single layer, and cook for 4-5 minutes by flipping them often until crispy and golden. Transfer the cooked crispy salmon cubes to a plate and cook the remaining salmon.
- To the same skillet add the remaining oil and add garlic and ginger, saute for a minute.
- Stir in the soy sauce, rice vinegar, and honey. Simmer the sauce for 3-5 minutes until it thickens.
- Transfer the crispy salmon back to the skillet and toss it well with the sauce. Check for seasonings.
- Serve the salmon bites over the rice and enjoy.
Notes
- Ensure the salmon is well dried before seasoning for better crust.
- Serve immediately for the best texture.
- Can substitute honey with maple syrup for a different flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg