Description
🍯🔥 This Honey Garlic Salmon is a perfect balance of sweet and savory, packed with protein and heart-healthy omega-3s for a nutritious meal! 🐟✨
🍋🥢 Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s an easy yet delicious dish that pairs beautifully with veggies or rice—perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions! 🍽️👌
Ingredients
Salmon fillets
Honey
Soy sauce
Garlic
Lemon juice
Olive oil
Butter
Red pepper flakes
Ginger
Instructions
1. Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
2. In a small bowl, mix honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and lemon juice to create the sauce.
3. Optionally, add red pepper flakes, grated ginger, or sesame oil for extra flavor.
4. Heat olive oil or butter in a pan over medium-high heat until hot.
5. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the pan and sear for 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
6. Flip the salmon and cook for another 2 minutes.
7. Pour the prepared sauce over the salmon, allowing it to coat the fillets.
8. Reduce the heat to medium-low and let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
9. For extra caramelization, transfer the pan to the oven under the broiler for 2-3 minutes.
10. Remove from heat and let the salmon rest for a minute before serving.
11. Garnish with fresh herbs, sesame seeds, or a squeeze of lemon if desired.
12. Serve with vegetables like asparagus or broccoli and a side of rice, quinoa, or roasted potatoes.
Notes
Pat the salmon dry before cooking to help achieve a perfect sear and prevent sticking.
Use a combination of butter and olive oil for a rich flavor and a beautifully caramelized crust.
For extra depth, let the salmon marinate in the sauce for 10-15 minutes before cooking.
- Prep Time: 5
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Seared and Broiled
- Cuisine: Fusion (Asian-Inspired)