Description
Crispy Hot Honey Salmon Tenders are the perfect blend of sweet and spicy, making them a delightful option for any meal. In just 25 minutes, you can whip up these succulent salmon strips, baked to perfection and drizzled with a flavorful hot honey sauce. This dish is not only quick to prepare, but it also promises minimal cleanup, making it ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Serve them alone or alongside your favorite sides to create a complete dining experience that will impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds salmon (cut into strips)
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper
- 3 tablespoons grated parmesan (or flour)
- Olive oil or melted butter
- 1/2 cup honey
- 2–3 tablespoons hot sauce
- Cayenne pepper (to taste)
- Chipotle chili powder
- Fresh herbs for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 450°F and grease a sheet pan with olive oil.
- Toss salmon strips with onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and parmesan in a mixing bowl.
- Arrange the salmon on the prepared sheet pan and drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake for 10-15 minutes until crispy on top.
- Meanwhile, combine honey, hot sauce, cayenne pepper, chipotle chili powder, garlic powder, and onion powder in a sauce pot. Warm over low heat without boiling.
- Once cooked, drizzle the hot honey sauce over the salmon or serve it on the side.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 ounces (113g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg