Honey Garlic Salmon Bites: A Sweet and Savory Delight for Beginner Cooks
Enjoy a quick and easy honey garlic salmon bites. Perfect for a fast weeknight meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course, Dinner
- Method: Pan-frying, Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired, Fusion
Ingredients
- Salmon (1.5 lb)
- Paprika (1 tsp)
- Garlic powder (1 tsp)
- Onion powder (1 tsp)
- Salt (3/4 tsp)
- Pepper (1 tsp)
- Olive oil (3 tbsp)
- Minced garlic (2 tsp)
- Grated ginger (1 tsp)
- Soy sauce (3 tbsp)
- Rice vinegar (2 tbsp)
- Honey (1/4 cup)
- Sesame seeds (2 tsp)
- Chives (2 tsp)
Instructions
- Prepare the Salmon (The Salmon Setup): Pat dry the salmon cubes with a paper towel to remove excess moisture. Season them with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper, ensuring they are evenly coated.
- Massage the Salmon (The Massage Method): Pour about a tablespoon of olive oil over the seasoned salmon cubes and gently massage the oil into the fish. This helps the seasoning adhere and adds moisture.
- Sear the Salmon (The Searing Strategy): Heat a heavy skillet with a tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the salmon cubes in a single layer, ensuring they are not overcrowded. Cook for 4-5 minutes, flipping them often, until they are crispy and golden on all sides.
- Transfer the Salmon (The Transfer Technique): Transfer the cooked crispy salmon cubes to a plate, leaving any rendered fat in the skillet. Cook the remaining salmon cubes in the same manner.
- Sauté Garlic and Ginger (The Sauté Step): To the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger and sauté for about a minute, until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
- Make the Glaze (The Glaze Generation): Stir in the soy sauce, rice vinegar, and honey. Simmer the sauce for 3-5 minutes, or until it thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
- Toss the Salmon (The Tossing Technique): Transfer the crispy salmon cubes back to the skillet and toss them well with the honey garlic glaze, ensuring they are thoroughly coated.
- Check Seasoning (The Seasoning Check): Check the seasoning of the salmon bites and adjust as needed. Add more salt, pepper, or soy sauce to taste.
- Serve (The Serving Sensation): Serve the honey garlic salmon bites immediately over rice, quinoa, or your preferred grain. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped chives.
Notes
- Don’t overcook salmon.
- Simmer glaze to thicken.
- Use fresh ginger.