Teriyaki Salmon Bites
These tasty teriyaki salmon appetizers are perfect for dinner parties, or you know, just for you!
But you’re probably thinking, “teriyaki sauce isn’t exactly healthy, right?”
You’re right — many store-bought sauces are thickened with additives and most are loaded with processed sugar.
Our healthier teriyaki sauce is delicately sweetened and bursting with flavor thanks to reduced-sodium soy sauce, fresh ginger, garlic, and a touch of raw honey.
Teriyaki Salmon Bites
Coated in a flavorful homemade teriyaki glaze and seasoned with sesame seeds and scallions, these delicious Teriyaki Salmon Bites are a total crowd pleaser.
Ingredients
- ¼ cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
- 2 Tbsp. water
- 1 thin slice fresh ginger, finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic, finely chopped
- 1 Tbsp. raw honey
- 1 lb. raw salmon, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 Tbsp. coconut oil
- 1 tsp. sesame seeds
- 1 green onion, thinly sliced (for garnish; optional)
Instructions
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Combine soy sauce, water, ginger, garlic, and honey in a medium bowl; whisk to blend.
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Add salmon; toss gently to coat. Refrigerate, covered, for at least 1 hour.
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Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
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Place salmon in an even layer in saucepan; cook for 2 minutes, turn each salmon cube, cook for an additional 1 to 2 minutes, or until salmon flakes easily when tested with a fork.
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Place salmon on a serving plate. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onion (if desired). Place a toothpick in each piece of salmon.
Recipe Notes
The Nutrition Facts box below provides estimated nutritional information for this recipe.
Container Equivalents
½ Red
½ Yellow
½ tsp.
2B Mindset Plate It!
A great protein as part of lunch or dinner.
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Photos by Kirsten Morningstar