Can You Put Hot Honey on Salmon?

Absolutely. It enhances the natural umami and adds a sticky caramelized layer that pairs perfectly with the richness of salmon.

What Hot Sauce to Use for Hot Honey?

Frank’s RedHot, Sriracha, and Cholula are top choices. Choose your heat level and mix with raw or organic honey.

Coconut rice, quinoa, or roasted veggies are great companions. Even garlic bread or slaw can round out the meal.

Besides salmon? Drizzle it on fried chicken, pizza, grilled cheese, roasted veggies, and even vanilla ice cream for a sweet-savory kick.

Juicy air-fried salmon bites coated in a buttery hot honey glaze—sweet, spicy, and totally addictive.

Scale

Preheat the air fryer to 390°F.
In a large bowl, combine oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Add salmon bites and gently toss to coat.
Place the salmon bites into the basket of an air fryer in an even layer. Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may have to work in batches. Air fry for 9–10 minutes, or until the salmon reaches an internal temperature of 140–145°F, shaking the basket halfway through cooking.
To a medium saucepan over medium heat, add the butter and hot honey. Once melted and warmed through, turn off the heat. Add the cooked salmon bites. Gently toss to coat.
Garnish with parsley. Serve immediately.

Make sure to cut the salmon into even-sized cubes for uniform cooking. Serve with rice or over salad for a quick, flavorful meal.

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