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Quick Garlic Butter Salmon Bites: Best 20-Minute Dinner

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These quick garlic butter salmon bites are a weeknight dinner miracle—crispy golden edges, tender flaky salmon, and a luscious garlic butter sauce, all in 20 minutes. Perfect for busy nights when you want something special without the fuss.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs (680g) salmon fillets, skin removed, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 4 tablespoons (56g) unsalted butter
  • 4–5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon (15ml) olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon (15ml) fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon (5g) salt
  • ½ teaspoon (2g) black pepper
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
  • Lemon wedges (optional, for serving)
  • Red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)

Instructions

  1. Prep the salmon: Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Cut into 1-inch cubes. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
  2. Mince the garlic: Peel and finely mince 4-5 cloves of garlic. Set aside in a small bowl.
  3. Heat the pan: Place a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Heat until shimmering, about 1 minute.
  4. Sear the salmon: Add salmon cubes in a single layer (work in batches if needed). Cook undisturbed for 2-3 minutes until golden brown. Flip and cook another 1-2 minutes.
  5. Add butter and garlic: Reduce heat to medium. Add butter; once melted, add minced garlic. Stir gently for about 1 minute until fragrant and just golden.
  6. Finish with lemon: Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the salmon. Stir and cook for 30 seconds until sauce is glossy.
  7. Serve immediately: Transfer to a serving plate. Spoon remaining garlic butter over the top. Garnish with parsley, lemon wedges, and red pepper flakes if desired.

Notes

Pat the salmon very dry for the best crispy edges. Don’t crowd the pan—work in batches if needed. Watch the garlic closely to avoid burning. Leftover butter sauce is great over rice or vegetables. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days; reheat in a skillet or oven, not the microwave.

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