Description
Bite-sized salmon pieces coated in a seasoned panko crust and tossed in a sweet and spicy hot honey glaze. A perfect balance of crunch and zest.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb salmon fillet, cubed into 1-inch pieces
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1/3 cup honey
- 2 tbsp Sriracha or hot sauce
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Pat salmon cubes dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper.
- Set up three shallow bowls: one with cornstarch, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko mixed with garlic powder and cayenne.
- Dredge each salmon cube in cornstarch, dip in egg, then press firmly into the panko mixture.
- Air fry at 400°F for 8-10 minutes or pan-fry in oil over medium-high heat until golden brown on all sides.
- In a small saucepan, heat honey and hot sauce over low heat until bubbling slightly.
- Toss the cooked salmon nuggets in the warm honey glaze until evenly coated and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying/Pan Frying
- Cuisine: Fusion