Get ready to transform your weeknight dinner into a gourmet experience that's both incredibly delicious and surprisingly simple! These Hot Honey Crispy Salmon Bowls are about to become your new obsession - combining the perfect balance of crispy, sweet, and savory in one mouthwatering dish. Imagine golden, perfectly seared salmon with a caramelized hot honey glaze, nestled on a bed of fluffy rice and vibrant vegetables that will make your Instagram followers drool with envy.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets
- 1/4 cup hot honey
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 cup broccoli, steamed
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by patting salmon fillets dry with paper towels and seasoning both sides with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering and hot.
- Place salmon fillets skin-side down in the hot skillet, cooking for 4-5 minutes until skin becomes crispy and golden brown.
- Carefully flip salmon and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until fish reaches internal temperature of 145°F and flakes easily with a fork.
- While salmon is cooking, warm cooked rice and steam broccoli until bright green and tender-crisp.
- Drizzle hot honey evenly over salmon during the last minute of cooking, allowing it to caramelize slightly.
- Assemble bowls by placing rice as the base, topping with crispy salmon, steamed broccoli, and sliced avocado.
- Finish by drizzling additional hot honey over the entire bowl and garnish with optional fresh herbs like chopped cilantro or green onions.
- Serve immediately while salmon is hot and honey is still glossy.
Tips
- Pat salmon fillets completely dry before seasoning to ensure maximum crispiness and prevent steaming.
- Use a high-quality non-stick skillet and make sure it's properly heated before adding salmon to achieve that gorgeous golden crust.
- Don't overcrowd the pan - cook salmon in batches if necessary to maintain high heat and crisp texture.
- Use an instant-read thermometer to check salmon's internal temperature, aiming for 145°F for perfect doneness.
- Let hot honey caramelize briefly but watch carefully to prevent burning.
- Choose a hot honey with good heat level that complements the salmon's richness.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds or green onions as a final garnish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 450kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 30g
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 85mg
