Description
These Hot Honey Salmon Bites are the perfect blend of sweet and spicy, featuring tender salmon pieces coated in a tangy chili-honey glaze. They’re quick to prepare, bursting with flavor, and make for a fantastic main dish or shareable appetizer.
Ingredients
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1 pound salmon fillet, skin removed and cut into 1-inch cubes
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3 tablespoons honey (preferably raw or minimally processed)
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1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
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1 tablespoon soy sauce (low-sodium recommended)
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 teaspoon chili flakes (adjust to taste)
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional for extra flavor)
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground)
Instructions
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Marinate: In a medium bowl, whisk together the honey, apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, olive oil, chili flakes, smoked paprika (if using), garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
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Coat Salmon: Add the salmon cubes to the bowl and gently stir to coat each piece evenly. Let them marinate in the refrigerator for 10–15 minutes.
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Preheat Oven: Meanwhile, preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
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Arrange Salmon: Place the marinated salmon bites on the prepared sheet, making sure they’re spaced out and not overlapping. Reserve extra marinade for brushing if desired.
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Bake: Bake for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway through. For an extra sticky glaze, brush the salmon bites with the reserved marinade in the last 2 minutes of baking.
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Finish & Serve: Remove from the oven when the salmon is cooked through and slightly caramelized. Let them rest for a minute or two, then transfer to a serving platter.
Notes
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Variations: Try adding minced fresh garlic or grated ginger to the marinade for extra zing. Swap the chili flakes for sriracha or gochujang for different spice profiles.
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Tips: If you prefer pan-searing, cook the salmon bites in a hot skillet with a little oil until they develop a caramelized crust.
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Allergies: This recipe contains soy sauce; substitute with a gluten-free tamari if avoiding gluten.
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Taste Adjustments: If you like it sweeter, add an extra tablespoon of honey. For more heat, increase the chili flakes or add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- Prep Time: 10Min
- Cook Time: 15Min
- Category: Main Course, seafood
- Method: Oven
- Cuisine: American, Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: ~260 kcal
- Sugar: ~7 g
- Sodium: ~450 mg
- Fat: ~11 g
- Saturated Fat: ~2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~9 g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: ~12 g
- Fiber: ~0.5 g
- Protein: ~24 g
- Cholesterol: ~55 mg
Keywords: hot honey salmon bites, spicy honey salmon, easy salmon appetizer, sweet and spicy fish, salmon dinner recipe, marinade recipe