Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon: A Perfectly Balanced Sweet and Savory Delight
Whether you’re looking for a quick weeknight dinner, an impressive date-night meal, or a protein-packed meal prep option, this recipe has you covered. It’s incredibly easy to make—requiring just a handful of ingredients and under 30 minutes—yet it delivers restaurant-quality results.
Ingredients
For the Salmon:
- 4 salmon fillets skin-on, about 6 oz each
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil for searing
For the Honey Garlic Glaze:
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice or rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional, for a slight kick
Instructions
Prep the Salmon
- Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture (this ensures a crispy sear).
- Season with salt and black pepper on both sides.
Sear the Salmon
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Place the salmon skin-side down and cook for 4–5 minutes until the skin is crisp and golden.
- Flip the salmon carefully and cook for another 3–4 minutes until almost fully cooked.
- Remove from the pan and set aside.
Make the Honey Garlic Glaze
- In the same pan, reduce the heat to medium and add butter and minced garlic.
- Sauté for 30 seconds to 1 minute until fragrant (but not browned).
- Stir in honey, soy sauce, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 1–2 minutes until slightly thickened.
Glaze & Finish the Salmon
- Return the salmon to the pan and spoon the glaze over the fillets continuously for 1–2 minutes.
- Let the salmon absorb the sauce, then remove from heat.
Serve & Enjoy
- Plate the salmon with extra glaze drizzled over the top. Serve with steamed rice, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad.
Notes
Storage & Reheating Tips
Refrigerate: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Reheat: Warm gently in a skillet over low heat or in the microwave at 50% power to prevent drying out.
Reheat: Warm gently in a skillet over low heat or in the microwave at 50% power to prevent drying out.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 34gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 600mgSugar: 15g
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