Description
Succulent honey butter garlic glazed salmon bites combine sweet and savory flavors for an irresistible appetizer. Pacific Northwest salmon meets simple ingredients in this quick, elegant dish that delights palates and impresses guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) salmon fillets (skin removed, cut into 1-inch cubes)
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp paprika
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- ¼ cup honey
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
- 2 tbsps unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley or green onions
Instructions
- Prep Salmon: Thoroughly pat salmon cubes dry with paper towels to remove moisture, ensuring optimal seasoning adherence and crispy texture.
- Season Salmon: Create a flavor blend by coating salmon pieces with salt, black pepper, paprika, and cornstarch for a delectable, golden crust.
- Sear Salmon: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, carefully arranging seasoned salmon cubes to develop a crispy, caramelized exterior for 2-3 minutes per side.
- Craft Glaze: In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic briefly, then incorporate honey, soy sauce, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes, allowing the mixture to simmer and reduce to a rich, glossy consistency.
- Combine and Finish: Return seared salmon to the pan, gently coating with the vibrant glaze and cooking for an additional minute to intensify flavors.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds and chopped parsley or green onions over the glazed salmon, presenting immediately with rice, quinoa, roasted vegetables, or a crisp salad.
Notes
- Pat Dry for Crispiness: Thoroughly remove moisture from salmon cubes using paper towels to guarantee a crispy, golden-brown exterior that locks in flavor.
- Season Strategically: Use cornstarch in seasoning mixture to create a light, protective coating that enhances crunchiness and helps spices adhere perfectly.
- Control Heat Precisely: Maintain medium-high heat to achieve ideal searing without burning the delicate salmon, creating a beautiful caramelized surface.
- Glaze with Finesse: Reduce sauce briefly to develop a thick, glossy consistency that clings beautifully to salmon bites, maximizing flavor intensity.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg