Honey Garlic Salmon Bites
Succulent salmon pieces glazed with sweet honey and savory garlic, baked until caramelized with crispy edges and tender, flaky centers that burst with irresistible flavor.
Ingredients
For the Salmon:
- 1½ lbs fresh salmon fillet skin removed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For the Honey Garlic Glaze:
- ⅓ cup honey
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp butter melted
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp fresh ginger grated
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
For Garnish:
- 2 green onions sliced
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- Fresh parsley chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Cut salmon into 1½-inch pieces, pat dry, and toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- In a small saucepan, combine honey, garlic, soy sauce, butter, lemon juice, ginger, and red pepper flakes. Heat over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly until slightly thickened.
- Brush half the glaze over salmon pieces and arrange on baking sheet with 1-inch spacing.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until caramelized and internal temperature reaches 145°F.
- Drizzle with remaining glaze and garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, and parsley before serving.