HOT HONEY GARLIC SALMON BITES

Hot Honey Garlic Salmon Bites

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If you’ve never had salmon quite like this, prepare to be obsessed. These Hot Honey Garlic Salmon Bites are sweet, spicy, sticky, and perfectly caramelized – a total weeknight winner. The salmon stays juicy inside while the sauce thickens into a glossy glaze that clings to every bite. Bonus? It all comes together in under 20 minutes, so it’s an easy option for busy nights when you still want something wow-worthy.

Hot Honey Garlic Salmon Bites
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Hot Honey Garlic Salmon Bites

Recipe by itskristinskitchen
Servings

2

servings
Prep time

10

minutes
Cooking time

10

minutes
Calories

500

kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 salmon fillets, skin on

  • 1 tsp salt

  • 1 tsp dried parsley

  • 2 tbsp hot honey (plus more for drizzling)

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 2 tbsp tamari (or soy sauce)

  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar

  • 1 tsp cornstarch (mixed with 1 tbsp water)

  • Sesame seeds, for garnish

Directions

  • Prep the Salmon: Pat salmon dry and cut into bite-sized cubes. Season with salt, parsley, and drizzle with olive oil and hot honey. Toss gently to coat.
  • Sear the Salmon: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Place salmon skin-side down first, cooking for about 2-3 minutes per side until golden. Remove from the pan and set aside.
  • Make the Sauce: In the same pan, add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in tamari, rice vinegar, and hot honey. Add the cornstarch slurry, stirring until the sauce thickens and turns glossy.
  • Bring it Together: Add salmon bites back to the pan, tossing gently until every piece is coated in that sticky, sweet-spicy glaze.
  • Serve & Garnish: Transfer to a serving plate and sprinkle generously with sesame seeds. Serve immediately over rice, noodles, or alongside roasted veggies.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This dish hits every note; sweet from the honey, a kick of heat, tang from the vinegar, and deep umami from the tamari. It’s perfect for meal prep, date night, or impressing friends without spending hours in the kitchen. Plus, the skin-on salmon means maximum flavor and moisture.

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