Description
These Honey Garlic Salmon Bites are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, coated in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce that’s bursting with flavor. Perfect as a quick and easy main course, they can be cooked on the stovetop or air fried for a healthier twist. Garnished with toasted sesame seeds and fresh green onions, they make a delightful meal served over rice, noodles, or a fresh salad.
Ingredients
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Salmon Bites
- 1 pound skinless salmon fillet, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Honey Garlic Sauce
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar or lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Garnishes
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
- 1 tablespoon chopped green onions
Instructions
- Prepare the salmon: Pat the salmon cubes dry using paper towels. Toss them in a bowl with cornstarch, salt, and black pepper until each piece is evenly coated.
- Cook the salmon: Heat olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Arrange the salmon cubes in a single layer and cook for 2 to 3 minutes on each side until they are golden and crispy on the outside and cooked through on the inside.
- Make the sauce: While the salmon is cooking, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, rice vinegar or lemon juice, and red pepper flakes in a small bowl to combine.
- Combine salmon and sauce: After the salmon is cooked, reduce the skillet heat to medium-low and pour the sauce mixture over the salmon. Gently toss the bites to coat them evenly. Allow the sauce to simmer for 1 to 2 minutes until it thickens slightly and becomes sticky.
- Garnish and serve: Remove the skillet from heat. Sprinkle sesame seeds and chopped green onions over the salmon bites. Serve immediately warm over rice, noodles, or a salad for a complete meal.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, let the coated salmon rest for 10 minutes before frying.
- You can air fry the salmon bites at 400°F (200°C) for 8 to 10 minutes as a healthier alternative.
- Use tamari instead of soy sauce for a gluten-free version.
