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Honey Garlic Salmon Bites

These Honey Garlic Salmon Bites are tender, golden salmon pieces tossed in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce with soy sauce, lemon juice, and fresh parsley. They are quick, flavorful, and ready in about 15 minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Asian-Inspired
Calories: 285
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 1 pound salmon fillet skin removed and cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
For Serving
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Measuring spoons
  • Tongs
  • Small bowl

Method
 

  1. Pat the salmon fillet dry with paper towels.
  2. Cut the salmon into bite-sized pieces.
  3. Season the salmon pieces with salt and black pepper.
  4. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  5. Add the salmon pieces and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through.
  6. Transfer the cooked salmon to a plate.
  7. In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds, until fragrant.
  8. Stir in the honey, soy sauce, and lemon juice.
  9. Simmer for 1 to 2 minutes, until the sauce slightly thickens.
  10. Return the salmon bites to the skillet.
  11. Toss gently until the salmon is evenly coated in the honey garlic sauce.
  12. Remove the skillet from the heat.
  13. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
  14. Serve immediately.

Notes

These Honey Garlic Salmon Bites are quick to make and are best enjoyed fresh.
Do not overcrowd the skillet when cooking the salmon. Cook in batches if needed so the pieces brown evenly.
You can make the sauce ahead of time for faster assembly.
Olive oil can be replaced with avocado oil.
Use maple syrup instead of honey for a different sweetness.
Swap soy sauce for tamari for a gluten-free option.
Lemon juice can be replaced with lime juice.
Fresh parsley can be substituted with cilantro.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 days.
Reheat in the microwave for 30 to 60 seconds, or until warmed through.
Serve with rice, quinoa, steamed broccoli, asparagus, or your favorite vegetables.