Description
Panko Crusted Honey Mustard Salmon features tender, flaky salmon fillets coated in a crunchy panko crust and glazed with a sweet, tangy honey mustard sauce. This quick and easy dish is perfect for busy weeknights or impressive dinners, delivering a balanced flavor and delightful texture with nutritious omega-3 rich fish.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon and Crust
- 4 salmon fillets (fresh or thawed, about 6 oz each)
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for cooking)
Honey Mustard Glaze
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Honey Mustard Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. This glaze will coat the salmon and provide moisture along with its signature tangy sweetness.
- Coat the Salmon Fillets: Pat the salmon dry with paper towels to help the coating stick better. Brush each fillet generously with the honey mustard glaze on all sides for the best flavor infusion.
- Apply the Panko Crust: Spread the panko breadcrumbs evenly on a plate. Press each glazed salmon fillet firmly into the panko, ensuring every side is well covered for a crispy crust once cooked.
- Cook the Salmon: Heat a skillet over medium heat and add a drizzle of olive oil. Place the crusted salmon fillets carefully in the pan, cooking for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until the crust is golden brown and the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Serve and Enjoy: Transfer the cooked salmon to a serving plate. Optionally, drizzle any leftover honey mustard glaze on top or squeeze fresh lemon juice before serving to brighten the flavors.
Notes
- Choose fresh or high-quality thawed salmon fillets for the best taste and texture.
- Pat salmon dry thoroughly to ensure panko crust sticks and crisps properly.
- Press panko crumbs firmly onto the fish for even crust coverage.
- Cook on medium heat to brown the crust without burning and ensure even cooking.
- Let the salmon rest a few minutes after cooking for juicier, tender bites.
- Use gluten-free panko or crushed nuts to make this recipe gluten-free.
- This recipe can be baked at 400°F (200°C) for 12-15 minutes as an alternative to skillet cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Pan-frying or Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (6 oz)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg