Honey Garlic Salmon Bites

Ingredients

• 1 ½ lb salmon (skin removed and cut into 1-inch cubes)
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• ¾ teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 3 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
• 2 teaspoons garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon ginger (grated)
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• ¼ cup honey
• 2 teaspoons sesame seeds
• 2 teaspoons chopped chives

Steps

1. 1

   Pat dry the salmon cubes with a paper towel and season them with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Pour about a tablespoon of oil and massage the salmon cubes.

2. 2

   Heat a heavy skillet with a tablespoon of oil, add the salmon cubes in a single layer, and cook for 4-5 minutes by flipping them often until crispy and golden. Transfer the cooked crispy salmon cubes to a plate and cook the remaining salmon.

3. 3

   To the same skillet add the remaining oil and add garlic and ginger, saute for a minute.

4. 4

   Stir in the soy sauce, rice vinegar, and honey. Simmer the sauce for 3-5 minutes until it thickens.

5. 5

   Transfer the crispy salmon back to the skillet and toss it well with the sauce. Check for seasonings.

6. 6

   Serve the salmon bites over the rice and enjoy.