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Fried salmon bites on a plate with rice and honey sauce.

Honey Garlic Salmon Bites

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Main Course
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb 450g salmon fillets, skin removed, cut into bite-sized cubes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds optional, for garnish
  • Chopped green onions optional, for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Salmon:
    Pat the salmon cubes dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and black pepper.
  • Heat the Pan:
    In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the salmon cubes in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until lightly golden and just cooked through. Remove the salmon from the pan and set aside.
  • Make the Sauce:
    In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, garlic, soy sauce, honey, and lemon juice. Stir well and let it simmer for 1-2 minutes, or until the sauce begins to thicken slightly.
  • Coat the Salmon:
    Return the salmon bites to the skillet and toss them gently in the sauce to coat. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to caramelize and stick to the salmon.
  • Garnish and Serve:
    Remove the skillet from heat. Sprinkle sesame seeds and chopped green onions over the salmon bites, if desired. Serve immediately with your choice of sides.

Notes

  • Adjust the sweetness or saltiness of the sauce by tweaking the honey and soy sauce ratios.
  • If the sauce reduces too much, add a tablespoon of water to loosen it up.