Description
Succulent honey garlic salmon bites promise a flavor explosion that dances across palates with elegant simplicity. Seafood enthusiasts will savor these delectable morsels that blend sweet, savory notes into a quick gourmet experience you cannot resist.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound (450 grams) salmon fillet
Sauce Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) honey
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) lemon juice
Seasonings and Cooking Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) olive oil
- 1 teaspoon (5 grams) black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 grams) salt
Garnish (Optional):
- Chopped parsley
- Sesame seeds
- Green onions
Instructions
- Craft a vibrant marinade by whisking together honey, minced garlic, tangy soy sauce, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and fragrant olive oil in a mixing bowl.
- Carefully cube salmon fillets into uniform bite-sized pieces, then generously season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Thoroughly coat salmon cubes in the prepared honey garlic glaze, ensuring each piece is evenly and lavishly covered.
- Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat, adding a thin layer of cooking oil to prevent sticking.
- Gently place marinated salmon bites into the hot skillet, allowing them to sear and caramelize for 2-3 minutes on each side until they develop a golden-brown exterior and reach tender, flaky doneness.
- Transfer the succulent salmon bites to a serving platter, drizzling any remaining glaze over the top for an extra burst of flavor.
- Accompany the salmon bites with complementary sides like steamed vegetables, rice, or a crisp salad to complete the culinary experience.
Notes
- Choose fresh, high-quality salmon with vibrant color and minimal fishy smell for the best flavor and texture.
- Marinate salmon cubes for 15-30 minutes to enhance absorption of honey garlic sauce, creating deeper taste profiles.
- Pat salmon pieces dry before cooking to ensure crispy exterior and prevent steaming, which helps achieve perfect golden-brown edges.
- Adjust cooking time based on salmon thickness; thicker cubes might require slightly longer cooking to maintain moisture while achieving desired doneness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 258 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 410 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 23 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg