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Honey Garlic Salmon

Honey Garlic Salmon

Discover how to make Honey Garlic Salmon in under 20 minutes. This easy, flavorful recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or hosting guests. Try it today!
Prep Time 8 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 375

Ingredients
  

  • 4 fillets Salmon (170 g each)
  • 0.5 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika or regular paprika
  • 0.25 teaspoon Blackening seasoning optional
  • 3 tablespoons Butter
  • 2 teaspoons Olive oil
  • 6 cloves Garlic thinly sliced
  • 0.5 cup Honey
  • 3 tablespoons Water
  • 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha or another hot sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon juice

Equipment

  • Oven-safe skillet preferably nonstick
  • Spatula or tongs for flipping
  • Paper towels for drying the salmon
  • Small bowl for mixing seasonings
  • Large skillet

Method
 

  1. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and sprinkle with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and optional blackening seasoning.
  2. Preheat the broiler and adjust the oven rack to the middle position.
  3. Melt butter with olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat; add sliced garlic and sauté until fragrant for about 30 seconds.
  4. Stir in honey, water, soy sauce, sriracha, and lemon juice; let the sauce thicken slightly.
  5. Place salmon fillets skin-side down in the skillet and cook for 3 minutes, basting frequently.
  6. Transfer the skillet to the broiler and broil for 5-6 minutes, basting again halfway through.
  7. Remove from the oven, let rest for a minute, and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 375kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 34gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 570mgPotassium: 700mgSugar: 22gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Fresh garlic yields the best flavor; avoid pre-minced garlic. Don’t skip the broiling step; this creates a lovely caramelized crust. If unsure about doneness, check the internal temperature; it should be around 145°F, or 125°F for a juicier texture. Leftover salmon keeps in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days and can be frozen for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
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