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Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon Recipe

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This Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon is a quick, flavorful, and nutritious dish that’s ready in under 30 minutes! A sweet-savory glaze made with honey, soy sauce, lemon juice, and garlic perfectly complements the tender, flaky salmon. Serve it with rice, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad for an easy and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

  • 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each, skin on or off)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • ⅓ cup honey
  • ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice (or lime juice for a citrus twist)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
  • Fresh parsley or green onions, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Glaze

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, lemon juice, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes. Set aside.

Step 2: Season the Salmon

  1. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels.
  2. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.

Step 3: Sear the Salmon

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Place the salmon fillets, skin-side down if applicable, and cook for 4-5 minutes until crispy and mostly cooked through.

Step 4: Add the Glaze

  1. Pour the honey garlic sauce over the salmon.
  2. Use a spoon to baste the salmon with the glaze as it thickens.
  3. Continue cooking for 2-3 minutes, until the salmon is fully cooked and the glaze has slightly reduced.

Step 5: Serve

  • Transfer the salmon to serving plates.
  • Drizzle any remaining glaze from the skillet over the fillets.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley or green onions.
  • Serve immediately with rice, roasted veggies, or a side salad

Notes

  • Spicy Kick: Add extra red pepper flakes or a dash of sriracha.
  • Thicker Glaze: Let the sauce simmer longer or add a cornstarch slurry (1 tsp cornstarch + 1 tbsp water).
  • Oven-Baked Option: Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 12-15 minutes.
  • Grilled Salmon: Grill over medium heat, basting with glaze in the last few minutes

Find it online: https://thefamilycooking.com/honey-garlic-glazed-salmon-recipe/