Hot Honey Salmon Bites (Print Page)
Sweet and spicy honey-glazed salmon bites, ready in 25 minutes for a bold, flavorful bite.
# What You Need:
→ Salmon
01 - 1 lb skinless salmon fillet, cut into 1-inch cubes
→ Marinade
02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1 tbsp soy sauce (use gluten-free if needed)
04 - 1 tsp garlic powder
05 - 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
06 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
07 - 1/2 tsp salt
→ Hot Honey Sauce
08 - 3 tbsp honey
09 - 1 to 1 1/2 tbsp hot sauce (such as sriracha or chili sauce)
10 - 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
11 - 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for extra heat)
→ Garnish
12 - 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh parsley or chives
13 - Lemon wedges for serving (optional)
14 - Sesame seeds (optional)
# Directions:
01 - In a medium bowl, whisk together the olive oil, soy sauce, garlic powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt. Add the salmon cubes and gently toss until evenly coated. Let the salmon marinate for 10 minutes at room temperature while preparing the sauce.
02 - In a small bowl, combine the honey, hot sauce, fresh lemon juice, and red pepper flakes. Stir until smooth and well blended, then set aside.
03 - Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Alternatively, heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat with a light coating of oil if using the stovetop method.
04 - Arrange the marinated salmon cubes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet or carefully place them into the heated skillet. Cook for 8 to 10 minutes, turning the cubes halfway through, until the salmon is just cooked through and lightly golden on the edges.
05 - Remove the salmon from the oven or skillet and immediately transfer to a bowl. Pour the hot honey sauce over the warm salmon bites and toss gently until every piece is thoroughly coated.
06 - Transfer the glazed salmon bites to a serving platter. Sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley or chives and sesame seeds if desired. Serve with lemon wedges alongside steamed rice, roasted vegetables, or salad greens.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The contrast of caramelized honey and fiery hot sauce on tender salmon is genuinely addictive.
- It comes together fast enough for a weeknight dinner but looks fancy enough for a party spread.
02 -
- Do not marinate the salmon longer than fifteen minutes or the salt and soy sauce will start curing the exterior and make it mushy.
- If you want extra crispy edges, a two minute blast under the broiler after the initial bake changes the entire texture.
03 -
- Pat the salmon completely dry with paper towels before cubing and marinating, because excess moisture is the enemy of a good sear.
- Warm the honey for ten seconds in the microwave before mixing the sauce so it blends smoothly with the hot sauce and lemon juice.