Description
Quick, delicious, and bursting with flavor, these Honey Butter Garlic Glazed Salmon Bites are the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and buttery goodness. Ready in just 20 minutes, they make a versatile dish for weeknight dinners or party appetizers.
Ingredients
Scale
Key Ingredients:
- 1 lb Salmon Fillets – Cut into bite-sized cubes.
- 2 tbsp Honey – Adds natural sweetness.
- 2 tbsp Unsalted Butter – Forms a velvety base for the glaze.
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced – Fresh for bold flavor.
- 1 tbsp Soy Sauce – Brings umami depth to the glaze.
- 1 tbsp Lemon Juice – Balances the sweetness with a tangy touch.
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil – For searing the salmon.
- Salt and Pepper – To taste.
- Fresh Parsley (optional) – For garnish.
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Glaze
- In a small bowl, whisk honey, soy sauce, lemon juice, and minced garlic.
- Set aside for later.
Step 2: Season the Salmon
- Pat the salmon cubes dry with a paper towel.
- Season with salt and pepper on all sides.
Step 3: Sear the Salmon
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add salmon cubes in a single layer. Sear for 2–3 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
- Remove from skillet and set aside.
Step 4: Make the Glaze
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add the prepared glaze mixture and stir continuously for 1–2 minutes until thickened.
Step 5: Coat the Salmon
- Return seared salmon bites to the skillet.
- Toss gently to coat each piece in the glaze. Cook for an additional 1–2 minutes.
Step 6: Garnish and Serve
- Sprinkle with fresh parsley if desired.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes or sriracha to the glaze.
- Substitute soy sauce with tamari for a gluten-free version.
- Avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure even searing.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ~1/4 recipe
- Calories: ~250 kcal
- Sugar: ~6 g
- Sodium: ~300 mg
- Fat: ~15 g
- Saturated Fat: ~5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: ~10 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: ~20 g
- Cholesterol: ~50 mg