Description
These honey butter garlic glazed salmon bites are sweet, savory, and buttery with a caramelized finish. Ready in under 30 minutes, they make the perfect quick and flavorful seafood dish for dinner or meal prep. Serve over rice or veggies for a delicious meal!
Ingredients
1 lb salmon fillet, skin removed and cut into bite-sized cubes
2 tbsp unsalted butter
3 tbsp honey
3 cloves garlic, minced1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp lemon juice
½ tsp smoked paprika
¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Prepare the Salmon
Pat the salmon pieces dry with a paper towel.
Season with salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika.
Sear the Salmon
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the salmon bites and sear for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
Remove from the pan and set aside.
Make the Honey Butter Garlic Glaze
In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Stir in honey, soy sauce, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes.
Let the sauce simmer for 1-2 minutes until slightly thickened.
Coat the Salmon
Return the salmon bites to the skillet.
Toss gently to coat evenly in the glaze.
Cook for another 1-2 minutes until the sauce clings to the salmon.
Garnish and Serve
Sprinkle with fresh parsley and sesame seeds.
Serve immediately over rice, quinoa, or with steamed vegetables.
Notes
Spicy Kick: Add extra red pepper flakes or a dash of sriracha.
Citrusy Twist: Substitute lime juice for lemon.
Teriyaki Style: Add a splash of teriyaki sauce for deeper umami flavor.
Air Fryer Method: Cook salmon in an air fryer at 400°F for 7-8 minutes, then toss with the sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Appetizer
- Method: Pan-seared
- Cuisine: American, Asian
Keywords: salmon bites, honey butter garlic salmon, glazed salmon, easy salmon recipe, seafood recipe