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Teriyaki Salmon Bites (Extra Crispy!)
Crispy on the outside, tender and flaky on the inside, these Teriyaki Salmon Bites are a game changer of a recipe! The teriyaki sauce doubles as a marinade and a sauce, with a quick dusting of cornstarch and a fry on the stovetop to give them that crunchy exterior.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 334 kcal
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
Asian
Ingredients
- 1 lb. salmon skin removed, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 Tbsp. avocado oil
Teriyaki Sauce
- ¼ cup regular or gluten-free soy sauce
- 3 Tbsp. brown sugar
- 1 Tbsp. rice vinegar
- 2 garlic cloves finely minced
- 1 tsp. minced ginger
- 1 tsp. toasted sesame oil
- 1 tsp. Sriracha optional
- 3 Tbsp. cornstarch divided
- ¼ cup warm water
Instructions
- Remove the skin from the salmon, if desired, and cut into 1-inch chunks.
- In a measuring cup, combine all the teriyaki sauce ingredients except for the cornstarch and water. Whisk until well combined.
- Add the salmon to a large bowl and pour half of the sauce over it. Toss until well combined. Allow the mixture to marinate, covered in the fridge for at least 10 minutes. Reserve the remaining sauce for later use.
- Remove the salmon from the bowl, letting any excess marinade drip off. Toss the salmon with 2 tablespoons of cornstarch until a thick, paste-like coating forms.
- Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add 1 teaspoon avocado oil and swirl to coat. Add the salmon and cook 2-3 minutes per side, or until it flakes easily with a fork and the coating is golden.
- Remove the cooked salmon from the skillet and reduce the heat to low. Pour in the reserved teriyaki sauce.
- In a small bowl or measuring cup, mix the remaining 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with warm water. Pour the mixture into the saucepan. Whisk constantly for 1-2 minutes, or until the sauce thickens. Remove from heat once desired consistency is reached.
- Add salmon bites back into the sauce and toss to coat. Serve immediately.
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Notes
- Cut. Small pieces of salmon get that crispy exterior.
- Marinate. The sauce gives the flavor the best texture and flavor.
- Reduce. Let the sauce thicken with the cornstarch slurry.
- Storage. These salmon bites are best enjoyed immediately. This is when they're the crispiest. However, you can store them for later. If saving, I recommend keeping the sauce separate from the fish in airtight containers in the fridge.
- Reheat. Warm the salmon in a skillet to get that crispy exterior again.
Nutrition Information
Calories
334kcal
(17%)
Carbohydrates
23g
(8%)
Protein
24g
(48%)
Fat
16g
(25%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
4g
Monounsaturated Fat
8g
Cholesterol
62mg
(21%)
Sodium
898mg
(37%)
Potassium
614mg
(18%)
Fiber
0.3g
(1%)
Sugar
11g
(22%)
Vitamin A
47IU
(1%)
Vitamin C
1mg
(1%)
Calcium
30mg
(3%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 334
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 334kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 23g | 8% |
| Protein | 24g | 48% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Cholesterol | 62mg | 21% |
| Sodium | 898mg | 37% |
| Potassium | 614mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 0.3g | 1% |
| Sugar | 11g | 22% |
| Vitamin A | 47IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 30mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.