Description
This Hot Honey Salmon Bites recipe features tender chunks of salmon seasoned with garlic, smoked paprika, and a touch of spice, then baked to perfection and finished with a drizzle of sweet and spicy hot honey. Perfect as a flavorful appetizer or main dish, these salmon bites are quick to prepare and pair wonderfully with rice and fresh veggies.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon Bites
- 2 pounds salmon fillet with skin on or off, cut into 1–2 inch pieces
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
Finishing Touch
- ¼ cup hot honey
Instructions
- Prepare Oven and Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup.
- Season Salmon: Place the salmon pieces in a large bowl. Drizzle with the olive oil and gently stir with a spoon until all pieces are evenly coated. Sprinkle garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper over the salmon, stirring again to distribute the seasonings thoroughly.
- Bake Salmon: Transfer the seasoned salmon pieces onto the prepared baking sheet in a single layer, making sure the pieces are not touching to ensure even cooking. Bake for 10 minutes until the salmon is cooked through and starting to lightly brown.
- Add Hot Honey and Broil: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and use a spatula to gather the salmon pieces into a single pile. Drizzle the hot honey over the salmon and carefully stir to coat all pieces evenly. Spread the salmon back into a single layer and place under the broiler. Broil until the salmon is golden brown and caramelized, watching closely to avoid burning.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve the hot honey salmon bites immediately. They pair beautifully with rice, fresh avocado, cucumber slices, and an additional drizzle of honey if desired.
Notes
- Cut salmon into uniform pieces to ensure even cooking.
- Watch the broiler carefully as hot honey can burn quickly.
- Use parchment paper for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking.
- Adjust hot honey quantity based on your preferred spice level.
- Serve immediately for best taste and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
