Spicy Honey Salmon Bites
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These super easy spicy honey sesame salmon bites perfectly balance the sweetness of honey with the heat of chili crisp and the nuttiness of sesame oil, this dish is a surefire way to ramp up your seafood game. Whether you're looking to impress guests or simply treat yourself to a healthy meal, this recipe promises to deliver delicious results.
Recipe Description
These spicy honey sesame salmon bites are bursting with flavor and incredibly easy to make. The salmon is marinated in a mix of tamari (or soy sauce), honey, sesame oil, and chili crisp for some added heat. Then cooked in a cast iron skillet, these salmon bites achieve a golden brown exterior while remaining tender and juicy inside. Serve them atop a bed of crispy rice with an avocado, or add them to salads and rice bowls.
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ingredients
- 1 large salmon fillet, skin removed and cut into 1-inch chunks
- 1 heaping tablespoon tamari (or soy sauce)
- 1 heaping tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2-4 teaspoons Fly by Jing Sichuan Chili Crisp (depending on desired spiciness
- 1 grated garlic clove (optional)
Method
Step 1
In a bowl, coat the salmon chunks with tamari (or soy sauce), honey, sesame oil, chili crisp, and grated garlic (if using). You can either marinate the salmon in the refrigerator for several hours or let it sit for a few minutes before cooking.
Step 2
When ready to cook, heat a cast iron skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the salmon chunks in an even layer.
Step 3
Cook the salmon on one side for about 3-4 minutes until deeply golden brown. Then, flip each piece and cook for another 2-3 minutes on the other side. The salmon should be browned on the outside and just cooked through in the middle.
Step 4
Serve the salmon bites with crispy rice, avocado, and additional chili crisp or tamari if desired.