Description
Delicious and easy-to-make Hot Honey Salmon Bites featuring tender, smoky salmon cubes baked to perfection and drizzled with a sweet and spicy hot honey glaze. Perfect as a main course or a protein-packed appetizer, these bites offer a delightful balance of heat, sweetness, and fresh lemon acidity.
Ingredients
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Salmon Bites
- 1 pound skinless salmon fillet, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
Hot Honey Glaze
- 2 tablespoons hot honey
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Season Salmon: In a large bowl, toss the salmon cubes with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper if using. Make sure all pieces are evenly coated for balanced flavor.
- Arrange for Baking: Spread the seasoned salmon pieces out in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet to promote even cooking and browning.
- Bake Salmon: Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the salmon is just cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. Avoid overcooking to maintain moisture and tenderness.
- Prepare Hot Honey Mixture: While the salmon bakes, combine the hot honey and fresh lemon juice in a small bowl to create a sweet, spicy, and tangy glaze.
- Glaze Salmon: Once out of the oven, immediately drizzle the hot honey mixture over the warm salmon bites to allow it to soak in and enhance flavor.
- Garnish and Serve: Optionally, sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley for color and freshness, then serve the salmon bites immediately while warm.
Notes
- You can make your own hot honey by mixing 2 tablespoons of honey with 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon of your favorite hot sauce.
- These salmon bites are great served over rice, inside tacos, or as a protein-packed appetizer.
- For extra caramelization, broil the salmon bites for the last 1 to 2 minutes of cooking, watching carefully to prevent burning.
- Substitute cayenne pepper quantity or omit to adjust the spice level according to your taste.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 360 mg
- Fat: 17 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg
