Description
This Honey-Garlic Glazed Salmon is a delightful blend of sweetness and savory goodness, perfect for both casual dinners and festive gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 skin-on salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Red pepper flakes, a pinch
- Chili paste or sriracha (optional)
- Fresh thyme or rosemary, for garnish
- Chopped parsley or cilantro, for garnish
- Toasted sesame seeds, for garnish
Instructions
- Prep the salmon: Pat your salmon fillets dry with paper towels and season lightly with black pepper.
- Make the glaze: Whisk together honey, garlic, soy sauce, and lemon juice in a small bowl.
- Heat the olive oil: Get your non-stick skillet hot over medium-high heat.
- Cook the salmon: Place fillets skin-side down in the skillet for about 4-5 minutes.
- Add the glaze: Gently flip the fillets and spoon the honey-garlic glaze over the top. Cook for another 3-4 minutes.
- Finishing touch: Remove from heat and squeeze fresh lemon juice over the salmon before serving.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: salmon, honey-garlic, quick dinner, healthy recipe, easy recipes