Description

Honey-Garlic Glazed Salmon is a simple yet elegant dish featuring tender, flaky salmon fillets coated in a glossy, flavorful glaze made from honey, garlic, soy sauce, and lemon juice. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this recipe combines sweet, savory, and tangy notes with a crisp salmon skin, delivering a healthy, heart-friendly meal that’s easy to prepare and loved by all ages.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

4 skin-on salmon fillets (wild-caught recommended, 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

Optional Ingredients

Red pepper flakes, a pinch (for spice)
Chili paste or sriracha (alternative spicy kick)
Fresh thyme or rosemary, for garnish
Chopped parsley or cilantro, for garnish
Toasted sesame seeds, for garnish

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Instructions

Prepare the Salmon: Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels and season lightly with freshly ground black pepper to help the glaze adhere and ensure a crisp skin.
Make the Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, and lemon juice until smooth and well combined to create the signature glaze.
Sear the Salmon: Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Place salmon fillets skin-side down and cook for 4-5 minutes until the skin turns crispy and golden brown.
Flip and Glaze: Gently flip the salmon and immediately spoon the honey-garlic glaze over the fillets. Cook for another 3-4 minutes, spooning the glaze over the salmon periodically to build layers of flavor and a shiny coating.
Finish and Serve: Once the salmon is cooked through and beautifully glazed, remove from heat. Optionally, squeeze additional fresh lemon juice over the top for a bright finish before serving.

Notes

Let salmon sit at room temperature for 15 minutes before cooking to ensure even cooking.
Monitor cooking closely to avoid overcooking; aim for an internal temperature of about 125°F for moist, flaky salmon.
Use freshly minced garlic for the best flavor and avoid pre-minced garlic.
Allow salmon to rest for a few minutes after cooking to lock in juices.
If glaze is too thin, simmer it briefly before using to thicken and intensify flavors.
For a gluten-free version, substitute soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos.
Spice lovers can add chili paste or sriracha instead of red pepper flakes for heat.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Pan-frying (optional baking method available)
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (approx. 6 oz)
Calories: 350
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 11g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Fiber: 0.5g
Protein: 34g
Cholesterol: 85mg