Description
A delightful fusion of sweet, spicy, and savory salmon bites coated in hot honey glaze, perfect for family gatherings or intimate feasts.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh salmon fillets, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 cup high-quality honey
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp butter or olive oil
- 1 tsp fresh rosemary or thyme, chopped
- Juice of 1 lemon or lime
Instructions
- Prep the Salmon: Cut the salmon into bite-sized pieces.
- Make the Hot Honey Glaze: In a saucepan, melt butter and mix in honey, garlic, red pepper flakes, and a pinch of salt. Stir until bubbly.
- Heat the Skillet: Preheat a non-stick skillet with olive oil or butter over medium-high heat.
- Cook the Salmon: Add the salmon bites to the skillet and sear for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden.
- Add the Glaze: Pour the hot honey glaze over the salmon and swirl gently to coat. Heat for an additional minute.
- Serve: Finish with fresh herbs and a squeeze of citrus before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate salmon in honey and spices for 30 minutes before cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Pan-searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5 bites
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: salmon, honey glaze, spicy seafood appetizer, quick recipe