Quick Honey Garlic Salmon Bites (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 1½ lb salmon, skin removed and cut into 1-inch cubes
02 - 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided

→ Seasonings

03 - 1 teaspoon paprika
04 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
06 - ¾ teaspoon salt
07 - 1 teaspoon ground black pepper

→ Sauce

08 - 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
09 - 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
10 - 3 tablespoons soy sauce
11 - 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
12 - ¼ cup honey

→ Garnish

13 - 2 teaspoons sesame seeds
14 - 2 teaspoons chopped chives

# Instructions:

01 - 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.
02 - 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.
03 - To the same skillet add the remaining oil and add garlic and ginger, saute for a minute. Stir in the soy sauce, rice vinegar, and honey. Simmer the sauce for 3-5 minutes until it thickens.
04 - Transfer the crispy salmon back to the skillet and toss it well with the sauce. Check for seasonings. Serve the salmon bites over rice and enjoy.

# Notes:

01 - Can be made in air fryer at 390°F for 7-9 minutes.
02 - Works well with chicken or shrimp instead of salmon.