Crispy Glazed Honey Garlic Salmon Bites
Cubed salmon seared until crispy and glazed in honey soy sauce.
In a nutshell: This authentic asian fusion crispy glazed honey garlic salmon bites comes together in just 18 mins using simple whole ingredients. Perfect for home cooks seeking a dependable, restaurant-quality finish with minimal effort.
A delicious, quick protein dinner. Cubed salmon fillets are tossed in spices, seared until crispy, and coated in a sweet, sticky honey garlic soy glaze.
Key Equipment
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Chef's Pro-Tips
- Start Skin-Side Down in Hot Pan: Place fillets skin-side down in shimmering oil and press gently with a spatula for 10 seconds to prevent curling, yielding paper-crisp skin.
- Do Not Move Prematurely: Let the fish sear undisturbed until the skin naturally releases from the pan surface. If it sticks, it needs another 30 seconds.
Ingredients
2
servings
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12 oz salmon fillets, skinned and cubed
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2 tbsp honey
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1 tbsp soy sauce
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tbsp olive oil
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Step-by-Step Instructions
Season the Salmon
Cut the salmon into 1-inch uniform cubes. Toss with garlic powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and olive oil in a bowl until evenly coated.
Sear in Pan
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the salmon cubes for 2 minutes per side until they develop a golden, crispy crust. Do not crowd the pan.
Glaze and Serve
Reduce heat to low. Add the honey, soy sauce, and minced garlic to the pan, tossing the salmon bites until the sauce bubbles and reduces into a thick glaze. Garnish with green onions.
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View on AmazonFrequently Asked Questions
The 1-inch cubes turn opaque and flake easily after about 2 minutes per side in the hot skillet.
Honey burns quickly. Low heat lets the honey, soy sauce, and garlic reduce into a thick glaze without scorching.
Yes. Thaw it completely and pat it very dry first so the cubes sear instead of steaming.
They're great over rice with steamed broccoli, or tucked into tacos with a crunchy slaw.
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