Description
A delightful appetizer combining fresh salmon with spicy hot honey for a perfect balance of heat and sweetness.
Ingredients
- Fresh salmon fillet
- Hot honey
- Garlic, minced
- Olive oil
- Cayenne pepper or red chili flakes
- Smoked paprika
- Salt
- Pepper
- Fresh herbs (cilantro or parsley)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cut the salmon into bite-sized pieces for even cooking.
- In a bowl, mix together the hot honey, minced garlic, olive oil, and spices.
- Toss the salmon pieces in the mixture and let marinate for about 10-15 minutes.
- Arrange the salmon bites on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until flaky, broil for an additional minute for a charred finish if desired.
- Serve garnished with fresh herbs and a dipping sauce, if desired.
Notes
Adjust the amount of hot honey or spices for mild preferences. Can be served as an appetizer or main dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 bites
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: salmon, appetizer, spicy, honey, healthy, easy recipe