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Maple-Ginger Seared Salmon Bites

This is the bite that tells your guests what kind of night it’s going to be. Seared salmon, a whisper of maple, and a hit of fresh ginger come together in one elegant mouthful—simple enough for a relaxed gathering yet special enough to set the tone for the meal ahead.
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Servings: 12 bites
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 12 ounces salmon fillet skin removed, cut into 1 inch cubes
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 teaspoons pure maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon gingerroot finely grated
  • ½ teaspoon orange zest
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chives finely chopped, to garnish

Method
 

  1. Pat salmon dry with paper towel. Toss cubes with olive oil, salt, and freshly ground black pepper until evenly coated.
  2. Heat skillet over medium-high heat or set broiler to high. Sear salmon cubes 1 to 2 minutes per side, turning occasionally until coloured on two or three sides (or broil 3 to 4 minutes total, turning once), until just cooked through and lightly golden on the edges. Avoid overcooking—centre should still look slightly translucent when removed from heat, as it will continue cooking briefly.
  3. While salmon cooks, whisk together maple syrup, gingerroot, and orange zest in small bowl.
  4. As soon as salmon comes off the heat, brush each piece lightly with maple-ginger mixture. Skewer each bite with small pick and arrange on serving platter. Scatter chives over top just before serving.