Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon

Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon

4 servings
Sticky sweet and garlicky, this glazed salmon recipe comes together in just 20 minutes

Ingredients

  • 4 salmon filets

    6 oz each

  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika)

    (or regular paprika

  • 1/4 tsp blackening seasoning)

    (optional

  • 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

Directions

  1. 1

    Pat salmon dry, then season with salt, pepper, paprika and blackening seasoning (if using). Set aside. Adjust oven rack to middle position, then preheat broiler.

  2. 2

    Add butter and oil to a large, oven-safe skillet over MED-HIGH heat. Once butter is melted, add garlic, water, soy sauce, sriracha, honey and lemon juice and cook 30 seconds or so, until sauce is heated through.

  3. 3

    Add salmon, skin side down (if using salmon with skin), and cook 3 minutes. While salmon cooks, baste frequently with sauce from the pan by spooning it over the top of the salmon.

  4. 4

    Broil salmon for 5-6 minutes, basting with sauce once during the broil, until salmon is caramelized and cooked to desired doneness.

  5. 5

    Garnish with minced parsley if desired.

Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon

Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon

5.0(1.7k)18 min4 servings

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About this Recipe

Craving a restaurant-worthy meal that comes together quickly on a busy weeknight? This Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon recipe delivers irresistibly sticky-sweet and garlicky flavors, transforming simple salmon into a truly memorable dish.

What makes this glazed salmon truly special is the harmonious blend of savory and sweet, perfectly balanced by a touch of heat from sriracha and a bright finish from fresh lemon juice. The richness of butter and olive oil creates a luxurious base for the aromatic minced garlic, ensuring a deeply flavored glaze that clings beautifully to each succulent salmon filet.

Prepare for tender, flaky salmon enveloped in a glossy, deeply flavored glaze that's both sticky and utterly addictive. The robust notes of garlic meld seamlessly with golden honey and umami-rich soy sauce, while a hint of smoked paprika adds a subtle, earthy depth. Each bite offers a delightful interplay of sweet, savory, and a gentle warmth, promising a satisfying and flavorful experience that feels gourmet yet is incredibly approachable for home cooks.

Customization & Serving

This recipe is wonderfully adaptable to your preferences. For a milder flavor profile, you can easily omit the sriracha sauce. If smoked paprika isn't in your pantry, regular paprika makes a fine substitute. The blackening seasoning is entirely optional, adding an extra layer of complexity and spice, but the dish is fantastic without it too.

This versatile Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon is ideal for a comforting weeknight dinner or impressive enough to serve to guests. Pair it with steamed rice and your favorite green vegetables, like broccoli or asparagus, to complete this delightful meal.

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