Description
These Maple Glazed Salmon Bites offer an irresistible flavor profile that combines sweet maple and savory salmon, making them the ideal choice for quick dinners or as a show-stopping appetizer. Simple to prepare, they bring joy and warmth to the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh salmon fillet, skin removed and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup unsalted butter (½ stick / 57 g)
- ½ cup pure maple syrup (160 g)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- ¼ cup water
- Chopped green onions for garnish
- Cooked white rice (for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare the salmon by removing the skin and cutting into 1-inch cubes.
- Season the salmon with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter and add maple syrup, soy sauce, minced garlic, vinegar, and red pepper flakes; bring to a boil and simmer to thicken.
- Heat more olive oil in a skillet and sear the salmon bites until golden brown on both sides.
- Coat the salmon bites in the maple glaze for 1-2 minutes until sticky and shiny.
- Garnish with green onions and serve warm, either on their own or over rice.
Notes
Ensure the salmon is patted dry before seasoning for the best sear.
Use fresh maple syrup for the best flavor in the glaze.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (4 pieces)
- Calories: 354
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 576 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg