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Hot Honey Salmon Bites

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Tried this honey salmon in my new air fryer and its become our favorite quick dinner! Cut the fish in chunks, coated with the spicy honey mix and it came out perfect. My husband says its better than takeout. The outside gets a bit crispy while staying juicy inside. Great for those nights when cooking feels like too much work. Made extra sauce cause everyone loves dunking bread in it. Such an easy way to make fish taste special without much effort.
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Updated on Thu, 09 Jan 2025 18:03:32 GMT
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Got a tasty one for you - Hot Honey Salmon Bites! Cut up some salmon, cook it in your air fryer (or oven), then coat it in sweet-spicy honey sauce. Works great as a snack or dinner. If you dig this, try my Bang Bang Salmon Bites too.

Why Make These

These bites hit different. Sweet honey meets a kick of heat - perfect with rich salmon. Make them for guests or just for dinner. Cook them in the air fryer or oven, both work great. Like it spicier? Add more heat. Like it mild? Tone it down. Easy to make, hard to mess up.

What You Need

  • Salmon: Fresh is best. Cut in chunks.
  • Olive Oil: Just enough to coat.
  • Paprika: Adds color and flavor.
  • Garlic Powder: For taste.
  • Onion Powder: More flavor.
  • Salt: Regular kosher salt.
  • Pepper: Fresh ground's best.
  • Butter: Unsalted.
  • Hot Honey: Make it or buy it.
  • Parsley: Fresh, for looks.

How to Make It

Heat Up:
Get air fryer to 390°F.
Season:
Mix oil and spices in a bowl. Toss salmon chunks in it.
Cook:
Put salmon in air fryer. Cook 9-10 minutes. Shake basket halfway.
Make Sauce:
Melt butter, stir in hot honey.
Finish:
Toss hot salmon in sauce. Top with parsley.
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Pick Good Salmon

Get fresh, firm salmon. Frozen works too - just thaw it first. Take the skin off so the sauce sticks better.

Make Your Own Hot Honey

Mix regular honey with hot sauce or chili flakes. Heat it up slow. Taste as you go. Make it as spicy as you like.

Control the Heat

Want it milder? Use less hot honey, more regular honey. Like it hot? Add chili flakes or hot sauce to the mix.

How to Serve

Serve as snacks with toothpicks, or make it dinner with rice or in tacos. Add extra sauce on the side if you want.

Leftovers

Keep in the fridge up to 2 days. Store sauce separate if you can. Warm up in air fryer or oven to keep them crispy.

Frequently Asked Questions

→ What's the best way to cook these?
Air fryer makes them crispy fast - about 8 minutes. No air fryer? Use your oven at 400° for 12-15 minutes. They're done when the fish flakes easy.
→ Too spicy! Too mild! Help!
Start with less hot honey if you're scared of heat. Want it hotter? Add red pepper flakes or hot sauce. You can always add more heat but can't take it away.
→ Can I make these ahead?
Mix the sauce early if you want. But cook the fish right before eating. Cold or reheated fish gets tough and dry. Fresh is best here.
→ What should I serve with it?
Rice soaks up the sauce nice. A green salad works great too. Or try quick veggies like broccoli or green beans. Keep it simple - the fish is the star.
→ Don't have hot honey - now what?
Mix regular honey with some red pepper flakes or hot sauce. Start small with the heat - you can always add more. Or try maple syrup with a pinch of cayenne.

Conclusion

Like this? Try spicy honey shrimp next time. Or make sweet-hot chicken. Both use the same idea - meat with honey sauce and some heat. All cook quick, all taste great.

Hot Honey Salmon Bites

Fast salmon bites with sweet-hot sauce.

Prep Time
10 Minutes
Cook Time
10 Minutes
Total Time
20 Minutes
By: Mina

Category: Seafood

Difficulty: Intermediate

Cuisine: American

Yield: 4 Servings (36 salmon bites)

Dietary: Gluten-Free

Ingredients

01 1 1/2 pounds salmon (cut in 1-inch chunks, no skin).
02 2 spoons olive oil.
03 1 spoon paprika.
04 1 spoon garlic powder.
05 1 spoon onion powder.
06 1 spoon salt.
07 1/2 spoon black pepper.
08 3 spoons soft butter.
09 1/4 cup hot honey.
10 Cut-up parsley to top.

Instructions

Step 01

Heat air fryer to 390°F.

Step 02

Mix oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper in big bowl.

Step 03

Toss salmon chunks in spice mix till covered.

Step 04

Put salmon in air fryer - don't stack them.

Step 05

Cook 9-10 minutes. Shake basket halfway. Fish should reach 140-145°F inside.

Step 06

Heat butter and hot honey in pot till mixed.

Step 07

Put cooked fish in honey mix. Stir gentle to coat.

Step 08

Put on plate. Top with parsley.

Step 09

Serve hot!.

Notes

  1. No air fryer? Use oven at 400°F for 16 minutes. Flip once.
  2. Cook fish to 145°F inside to be safe.
  3. Use more or less hot honey to match how spicy you like it.

Tools You'll Need

  • Air fryer.
  • Big bowl.
  • Pot.
  • Spatula.
  • Meat thermometer.

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Fish.
  • Honey.
  • Milk stuff.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 558
  • Total Fat: ~
  • Total Carbohydrate: ~
  • Protein: ~