Description
Succulent honey butter garlic glazed salmon bites bring Mediterranean coastal charm to dinner tables with irresistible flavor. Delicate fish pieces shine when perfectly caramelized, offering you a quick gourmet experience that elevates weeknight cooking.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon and Seafood:
- 1 lb salmon fillet, skin removed
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
Glaze Ingredients:
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp lemon juice
Garnish and Finishing:
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 green onion, thinly sliced
- 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 lemon wedge for serving
Instructions
- Pat salmon dry with paper towels and slice into bite-sized cubes, ensuring uniform size for even cooking.
- Season salmon pieces with salt and black pepper, gently tossing to distribute seasoning evenly.
- Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes until hot.
- Carefully place salmon bites in single layer, cooking 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy edges form.
- Remove salmon from skillet and set aside on a clean plate.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and add butter to the same skillet, allowing it to melt smoothly.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 30-45 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Pour honey, soy sauce, and lemon juice into the skillet, stirring to create a cohesive glaze.
- Return salmon bites to skillet, gently coating each piece with the glossy honey garlic mixture.
- Cook for additional 1-2 minutes, turning occasionally to ensure complete glaze coverage.
- Transfer glazed salmon bites to serving plate, garnishing with fresh parsley, green onions, and optional red pepper flakes.
- Serve immediately with lemon wedge on side for squeezing over bites.
Notes
- Select skin-off salmon fillets with consistent thickness to ensure uniform cooking and attractive presentation.
- Pat salmon thoroughly with paper towels to remove excess moisture, guaranteeing crispy golden exterior and preventing steaming.
- Use room temperature salmon for more even cooking and better glaze absorption.
- Dice salmon into similar-sized bite-sized cubes (approximately 1-inch) to promote consistent texture and cooking time.
- Avoid overcrowding skillet when searing salmon to maintain high heat and achieve perfect caramelization.
- Control heat carefully when making glaze to prevent burning garlic and creating bitter undertones.
- Substitute honey with maple syrup for vegan alternative or lower glycemic option.
- Add red pepper flakes sparingly for subtle heat or omit completely for mild flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg