Description
A delightful balance of spicy and sweet flavors, these Spicy Hot Honey Salmon Bites are perfect for gatherings and special occasions.
Ingredients
- Salmon fillets (fresh, skin-on or skinless)
- Hot honey
- Olive oil
- Garlic (minced)
- Fresh thyme or cilantro
- Lime (for squeezing)
- Salt
- Black pepper
Instructions
- Cut salmon fillets into bite-sized pieces to ensure even cooking.
- In a small bowl, mix together hot honey, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add salmon bites carefully and sear for 2–3 minutes on each side, basting with the hot honey mixture during the last minute.
- Remove from heat, let rest briefly, then squeeze fresh lime over the top and sprinkle with chopped herbs before serving.
Notes
Use a fish spatula for flipping the delicate salmon to maintain its integrity. Adjust hot honey based on your spice preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Pan-Seering
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: salmon, spicy honey, appetizers, seafood, quick recipes, family favorite, easy meals