Description
This Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon recipe features tender salmon filets coated in a sticky, sweet, and garlicky glaze. Ready in just 18 minutes, it's perfect for a quick, flavorful dinner that combines savory spices with a hint of heat from sriracha and the freshness of lemon juice.
Ingredients
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Salmon and Seasoning
- 4 (6 oz each) salmon filets
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika (or regular paprika)
- 1/4 tsp blackening seasoning (optional)
Glaze
- 3 Tbsp butter
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 6 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup honey
- 3 Tbsp water
- 3 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp sriracha sauce
- 2 Tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Season the Salmon: Pat the salmon filets dry with paper towels, then evenly season both sides with kosher salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and blackening seasoning if using. Set the salmon aside to allow the seasoning to settle.
- Prepare the Sauce: Adjust your oven rack to the middle position and preheat the broiler. In a large, oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat, add butter and olive oil. Once the butter has melted, stir in minced garlic, water, soy sauce, sriracha sauce, honey, and lemon juice. Cook the sauce for about 30 seconds until it is warmed through and combined.
- Cook the Salmon on Stovetop: Place the salmon in the skillet skin side down if the filets have skin. Cook for 3 minutes, frequently spooning the glaze over the salmon to baste and infuse flavor while it cooks.
- Broil the Salmon: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and broil the salmon for 5 to 6 minutes. Baste the salmon once more with the glaze during broiling. Cook until the salmon is caramelized and reaches your desired doneness.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the skillet from the oven and optionally garnish the glazed salmon with minced parsley. Serve immediately while warm.
Notes
- This recipe is ready in about 20 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
- If you don’t have blackening seasoning, simply omit it or substitute with Cajun spice blend for a similar effect.
- For a milder spice level, reduce or omit the sriracha sauce.
- Use an oven-safe skillet such as cast iron to easily transition from stovetop to oven.
- Be sure to broil with the rack in the middle position to prevent the sauce from burning.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or lemon wedges for added brightness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 481 kcal
- Sugar: 35 g
- Sodium: 1317 mg
- Fat: 21 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 116 mg
