Jerk Salmon Bites

Looking for more delicious ways to enjoy salmon? These Jerk Salmon Bites are marinated in a bold mix of spices, air-fried to crispy perfection, and coated in a rich, buttery sauce for a spicy, savory, and slightly sweet bite-sized treat. They can also be made in the oven or pan-fried, so there’s no excuse not to try these flavorful salmon bites! 

Jerk seasoning comes from the Peruvian word ‘charqui,’ which means dried meat, like jerky. This method made meat last longer and gave it a smoky flavor. Later, Jamaican Jerk became a seasoning mix used on wild game. Jerk seasoning is made of spices like allspice, thyme, nutmeg, and sometimes hot peppers like Scotch bonnet or habanero. And yes, it does have a kick to it!

• 1 medium yellow onion, roughly chopped
• 2 medium habanero peppers, or Scotch bonnet, seeded and chopped
• 3 medium green onions, roughly chopped
• 6 teaspoons garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 2 tablespoons light brown sugar, packed
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
• ½ teaspoon cinnamon
• ½ teaspoon allspice
• ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• 2 pounds salmon, skinless, cut into 1-inch cubes
• ¼ cup (½ stick / 57 g) unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons water
• chopped parsley, for garnish