Description
These Pan-Seared Salmon Bites are a delicious and easy-to-make seafood appetizer or main course. Tender salmon cubes are marinated in a flavorful mix of soy sauce, honey, and spices, then quickly seared to perfection. Serve them warm with a garnish of fresh herbs for a delightful dish that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon Bites:
- 1 pound skinless salmon fillet, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Chopped parsley or green onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Marinade: In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, soy sauce, honey, garlic powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, salt, and lemon juice.
- Marinate Salmon: Add the salmon cubes to the marinade and toss gently to coat. Let marinate for 10–15 minutes.
- Sear Salmon: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the salmon in a single layer for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat and garnish with chopped parsley or green onions. Serve warm as an appetizer or over rice.
Notes
- You can substitute maple syrup for honey for a different flavor.
- For extra crispiness, lightly coat the salmon bites in cornstarch before searing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
