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Salmon Bite coated in soy honey sauce being picked up with chopsticks.
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Salmon Bites

Salmon bites are one of the easiest, tastiest salmon recipes! Marinated in honey and soy the salmon is infused in incredible flavor, and cooks up in under 10 minutes.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Marinating30 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Asian
Servings: 4
Author: Kristen Chidsey

Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
  • ¼ cup honey
  • ¼ cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
  • 3 cloves garlic finely minced
  • ½ tablespoon grated ginger root
  • 1 teaspoon Sriracha optional
  • 1 pound salmon filet skin removed
  • ½ tablespoon oil extra-virgin olive oil, canola oil, or avocado oil
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
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Instructions

  • In a small shallow bowl, whisk together 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil with ¼ cup honey, ¼ cup reduced-sodium soy sauce, 3 cloves garlic (minced), ½ tablespoon grated ginger root and 1 teaspoon Sriracha.
    Honey Soy and Sesame Marinade combined in bowl for salmon bites.
  • If needed, remove the skin from the salmon, then dice into 1-inch bite-sized pieces and place the pieces into the prepared marinade, tossing to coat. For best results, allow to marinate for 30 minutes or up to 4 hours in the fridge.
    Cubes of salmon n honey soy marinade in shallow dish.
  • Heat ½ tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until glistening. Use tongs to remove the salmon cubes from the bowl of marinade, shaking off excess marinade into the bowl, add to the skillet, and sear for 2-3 minutes, or until nice and brown.
    Cubed marinated salmon in single layer in skillet.
  • Flip the salmon using tongs, add the remaining marinade and continue to cook for 2-3 minutes or until browned. Remove the Salmon from the skillet and place on a clean plate.
    Seared Salmon Bites in single layer in skillet.
  • Whisk together 1 tablespoon water with 2 teaspoons cornstarch until dissolved. Whisk the cornstarch slurry into the leftover marinade, then add the skillet. Let cook until thickened, whisking constantly. It won't take but a minute or two.
    Honey Soy sauce for salmon bites in skillet after thickening with cornstarch.
  • Remove the pan from the heat. Add the salmon back to the skillet and gently toss with the sauce. Serve immediately as desired.
    Salmon Bites coated in honey soy sauce inside skillet.

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Notes

Toasted Sesame Oil: Be sure to use toasted sesame oil in the marinade, not untoasted sesame oil.
Sriracha: Increase, decrease, or omit to control the level of spice.
Gluten-Free: Use Tamari in place of soy sauce.
Cornstarch: Feel free to replace with equal parts arrowroot or tapioca starch.
Storage: Let the salmon cool, transfer to an airtight container, store in the fridge for up to 2 days. Enjoy cold (my recommendation) or heat a dry skillet over medium heat.
Air-Fryer Instructions: Marinate as directed. Spray basket with nonstick spray, add salmon in single layer, and at 400℉ for 3 minutes. Flip and continue to air fry for 2-3 minutes, or until salmon reaches 145℉ and flakes easily. In the meantime, whisk the cornstarch slurry into the reserved marinade, and heat over medium-high heat in a small saucepan, whisking constantly until thickened. Toss the air-fried salmon with the thickened sauce and serve as desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 277kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 62mg | Sodium: 660mg | Potassium: 634mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 47IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 24mg | Iron: 1mg
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