Description
These Crispy Hot Honey Salmon Tenders are the perfect combination of crispy, tender salmon and a sweet-spicy glaze. They’re simple to make, full of flavor, and make for an amazing dinner or appetizer. With a crispy coating and a drizzle of hot honey, these salmon tenders will become a family favorite! #CrispySalmon #HotHoneySalmon #EasySalmonRecipe #SpicySalmonTenders #BakedSalmon #SalmonRecipe #HealthyDinner #SeafoodLovers #QuickDinner #HomemadeSalmon
Ingredients
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- For the Salmon:
- 2 lbs salmon, cut into 1-inch strips or chunks
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 3 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese (or flour)
- Olive oil or melted butter, for drizzling
- For the Hot Honey Sauce:
- 1/2 cup honey
- 2–3 tbsp hot sauce
- 1/2 – 3 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to your taste)
- 3/4 tsp chipotle chili powder
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- Green onions, cilantro, or thyme, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C). Rub a sheet pan with olive oil.
- Prepare the Salmon: Arrange the salmon strips or chunks on the prepared sheet pan. Sprinkle with onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and Parmesan (or flour). Toss gently to coat. Drizzle with olive oil or melted butter.
- Bake the Salmon: Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the salmon is crispy on top and cooked through.
- Make the Hot Honey Sauce: While the salmon is baking, make the hot honey sauce. In a small saucepan, combine honey, hot sauce, cayenne pepper, chipotle chili powder, garlic powder, and onion powder. Warm over low heat (do not boil).
- Serve: Once the salmon is done baking, drizzle the warm hot honey sauce over the salmon tenders. You can also serve the sauce on the side. If the sauce thickens, gently warm it on the stove. Garnish with fresh herbs like green onions, cilantro, or thyme. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Adjust the cayenne pepper and hot sauce according to your spice preference.
- If you want to make this dish gluten-free, use gluten-free flour instead of regular flour for the coating.
- For a fuller meal, serve with a side of roasted vegetables or a crisp salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1/6 of recipe)
- Calories: 319 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 290 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 21 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg