Description
Crispy, bite-sized salmon pieces coated in a sticky honey garlic glaze. This quick and flavorful dish is perfect for busy weeknights and pairs well with rice, veggies, or tacos.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ lbs salmon (skin removed, cut into cubes)
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ¾ tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground black pepper
- 3 tbsp olive oil (divided)
- 2 tsp minced garlic
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- ¼ cup honey
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tsp cornstarch + 2 tsp water (optional for thickening)
- 2 tsp sesame seeds (toasted)
- 2 tsp chopped chives
Instructions
- Pat dry salmon cubes and season with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss with 1 tbsp olive oil.
- Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Sear salmon for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from the pan.
- In the same pan, add the remaining olive oil, garlic, and ginger. Sauté for 1 minute.
- Pour in soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 3-5 minutes. Add cornstarch slurry if needed.
- Return salmon to the pan, toss to coat, and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and chives. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use fresh salmon for the best texture.
- For extra crispiness, cook in an air fryer at 390°F for 7-9 minutes.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-seared
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired