Pan-Seared Salmon Bites with Honey Sesame Soy Sauce
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
2 mins
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Cook Time
8 mins
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Optional Marinating Time
30 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
325 kcal
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Cuisine
American
Pan-Seared Salmon Bites with Honey Sesame Soy Sauce
Description
This recipe involves cubing fresh salmon and marinating it briefly in a mixture of soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, honey, and optional sriracha for heat. The salmon is seared in canola oil in a very hot skillet to develop a browned crust on each side within a few minutes, while the inside remains juicy. The marinade adds a glossy finish and flavor complexity from sweet honey and savory soy balanced by the nutty sesame oil.
The dish can be garnished with green onions and sesame seeds for extra texture and freshness. It pairs well with sautéed vegetables and rice, which can be cooked in the same skillet for convenient serving.
The notes recommend adjusting soy sauce for sodium preference or dietary needs, substituting sweeteners for honey if desired, and monitoring cooking temperature to avoid overbrowning while ensuring proper doneness. Using a thermometer can help achieve preferred salmon texture.
Ingredients
- 1.5 - 2 lbs. salmon cut into 1" cubes
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil toasted
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon canola oil
- 2 teaspoons sriracha optional, for a spicy version, more or less according to preference, or chili garlic sauce
- green onions for garnish (optional
- sesame seeds for garnish (optional
Instructions
- Place the cubed salmon into a shallow bowl or glass container. Mix together the soy sauce (2 tablespoons), toasted sesame oil (1 tablespoon), honey (1 tablespoon), and sriracha, if using (1-2 teaspoons) in a small bowl or glass measuring cup. Pour over the salmon and toss to coat well. For best results, allow to marinate for 30 minutes or up to 6 hours in the fridge, or proceed immediately with cooking.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat until very hot. A nonstick or stainless steel skillet will only take 30 seconds to a minute to heat, whereas a heavy skillet like cast iron may take a few minutes.
- Add the canola oil (1 tablespoon) to the skillet and swirl to coat. Use tongs to remove the salmon cubes from the bowl of marinade and add them to the skillet (skin side down, if it has skin) and sear for 2-3 minutes, or until nice and brown. You should have some marinade left in the bowl. Flip the salmon using tongs and sear on the other side for 2-3 minutes, or until browned on the other side and fully cooked (see notes).
- Pour any remaining marinade into the skillet and toss salmon to coat in the sauce.
- Serve, garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds, if desired.
Notes
- Use regular, low sodium, gluten-free soy sauce (tamari), or coconut aminos depending on dietary needs; adjust saltiness accordingly.
- Toasted sesame oil is key for flavor and can be found in Asian food sections of grocery stores.
- Honey can be swapped with brown sugar, maple syrup, or omitted if preferred.
- If using a nonstick skillet, canola oil for searing may be unnecessary.
- Cooking temperature can be reduced if salmon browns too quickly before cooking through; covering the pan helps cook faster inside.
- Salmon achieves ideal texture between 120°F and 125°F internal temperature according to preferences.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 325 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 325kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 35g | 70% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7g | 41% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 94mg | 31% |
| Sodium | 578mg | 24% |
| Potassium | 855mg | 18% |
| Fiber | 0.1g | 0% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 68IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.03mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 23mg | 2% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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