Purr-fectly Hidden Catnip Salmon Bites
Purr-fectly Hidden Catnip Salmon Bites
Ingredients
For the Salmon Bites
- 1 1/2 pounds skinless salmon fillet, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 garlic, cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried catnip, finely crushed (optional, for aroma only, not consumption)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For Serving
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted, for garnish
- 2 green onions, sliced, for garnish
- 4 cups cooked white rice, for serving
Instructions
- 1
In a medium bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, grated ginger, minced garlic, crushed catnip (if using), and black pepper to create the marinade.
⏱️ 5 min
- 2
Add the salmon cubes to the marinade, ensuring all pieces are well coated. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. This is the 'hidden' part of the flavor!
⏱️ 5 min
- 3
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 400
- 4
Arrange the marinated salmon cubes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a little space between each piece. Discard any remaining marinade.
⏱️ 5 min
- 5
Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. Be careful not to overcook.
⏱️ 12 min•🌡️ 400
- 6
While the salmon is baking, prepare your serving dishes with cooked white rice.
⏱️ 3 min
- 7
Carefully transfer the cooked salmon bites to the serving plates over the rice. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions.
⏱️ 2 min
- 8
Serve immediately and enjoy your 'purr-fectly' delicious meal!
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Purr-fectly Hidden Catnip Salmon Bites
For the Salmon Bites
- 1 1/2 pounds skinless salmon fillet, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 garlic, cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried catnip, finely crushed (optional, for aroma only, not consumption)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For Serving
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted, for garnish
- 2 green onions, sliced, for garnish
- 4 cups cooked white rice, for serving
Instructions
- 1
In a medium bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, grated ginger, minced garlic, crushed catnip (if using), and black pepper to create the marinade.
⏱️ 5 min - 2
Add the salmon cubes to the marinade, ensuring all pieces are well coated. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. This is the 'hidden' part of the flavor!
⏱️ 5 min - 3
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 400 - 4
Arrange the marinated salmon cubes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a little space between each piece. Discard any remaining marinade.
⏱️ 5 min - 5
Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. Be careful not to overcook.
⏱️ 12 min•🌡️ 400 - 6
While the salmon is baking, prepare your serving dishes with cooked white rice.
⏱️ 3 min - 7
Carefully transfer the cooked salmon bites to the serving plates over the rice. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions.
⏱️ 2 min - 8
Serve immediately and enjoy your 'purr-fectly' delicious meal!