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cubed pieces of salmon bites on a white plate topped with honey glaze

Blackened Salmon Bites with Honey Lemon Glaze

Bold blackened salmon bites caramelized in a sweet honey lemon glaze. Smoky, spicy, and irresistibly juicy—your taste buds will thank you!
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Cajun
Servings: 3 people
Calories: 304kcal
Author: Marwin Brown

Ingredients

For The Salmon

  • ½ lb Fresh Salmon
  • 2 tablespoon Creole Seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon Ghee

For The Sauce

  • ¼ cup Honey
  • ½ teaspoon Fresh Thyme leaves
  • 2 Garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tablespoon Hot Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1 medium Lemon Juiced
  • ½ teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • ½ teaspoon Kosher Salt

Instructions

Prepare the Salmon

  • Cut fish into bite-sized salmon cubes and pat them dry (moisture is the enemy of a good blackened crust!).

Season Generously

  • Coat each piece in the blackening spice blend, pressing it in so it sticks like your favorite hook in a song.

Sear to Perfection

  • Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat with a drizzle of olive oil, ghee, or butter. Cook salmon bites for about 2 minutes per side until a deep, smoky crust forms.

Make the Honey Garlic Sauce

  • In a small saucepan, combine honey, lemon juice, minced garlic, fresh thyme, oregano, olive oil, kosher salt, and hot sauce. Simmer for a few minutes until it thickens slightly.

Glaze and Serve

  • Drizzle or toss the salmon bites in the honey lemon sauce, ensuring every bite gets that sweet, tangy finish. Garnish with fresh herbs and/or sesame seeds.

Notes

  • Use Fresh Salmon: The fresher the fish, the richer the taste. Frozen salmon fillets are ok in a pinch
  • Don’t Skip the Cast-Iron Pan: It holds heat like a deep groove in a vinyl record, ensuring that perfect sear.
  • Adjust Spice Levels: More cayenne for extra heat, more honey for extra sweetness—find your balance, like a well-mixed track.
  • Let It Rest: After cooking, let the salmon bites sit for a couple of minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute, keeping every bite tender and flavorful.
  • Mind the Sauce: Don't overcook and let it get too thick. Add a bit of soy sauce for additional umami flavor. Add red pepper flakes if you need even a bit more heat, but you should have enough with the hot sauce.

Nutrition

Calories: 304kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 54mg | Sodium: 539mg | Potassium: 523mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 25g | Vitamin A: 1454IU | Vitamin C: 26mg | Calcium: 36mg | Iron: 1mg
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