Honey Garlic Butter Salmon – Quick & Easy
Summary
- This recipe features perfectly seared salmon fillets coated in a sweet and savory honey garlic butter sauce. It's a quick and easy dish that is absolutely delicious, served over fluffy mashed potatoes and steamed broccoli.
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All Ingredients - For the Salmon
- Salmon fillets 3 slices
- Olive oil 1 tbsp
- Dried parsley 1 tsp
- Rosemary 1 tsp
- Salt 1/2 tsp
- Black pepper 1/2 tsp
- Cajun seasoning 1 tsp
- Lemon pepper 1 tsp
All Ingredients - For the Honey Garlic Butter Sauce
- Cooking oil 1 tbsp
- Butter 4 tbsp
- Garlic 4-5 cloves, minced
- Honey 3 tbsp
- Lemon or lime juice juice of 1/2 lemon/lime
- Leftover spice blend 1 tsp
- Fresh parsley for garnish
All Ingredients - For Serving
- Mashed potatoes as desired
- Broccoli as desired
Tools You'll Need
- Pan
- Mixing bowl
Don't have an ingredient? Try these swaps
No Butter?
- 3/4 the amount of olive oil (for cooking, not baking)
- Equal parts ghee — Slightly nuttier flavor.
- Equal parts coconut oil (in baking)
No Garlic (fresh)?
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder (per clove)
- 1/2 tsp garlic granules (per clove)
No Honey?
- Maple syrup (1:1)
- 1 1/4 cup sugar + 1/4 cup water (per 1 cup honey)
⚠ Contains Allergens
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Season the Salmon
Place 3 salmon fillets on a plate. Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the salmon. In a small bowl, combine 1 teaspoon dried parsley, 1 teaspoon rosemary, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning, and 1 teaspoon lemon pepper. Sprinkle this spice blend evenly over the salmon fillets. Gently rub the spices into the salmon on all sides. Let the seasoned salmon sit for about to .
Step 2: Sear the Salmon
Heat 1 tablespoon of cooking oil and 2 tablespoons of butter in a pan over medium heat until the butter is melted and bubbling. Carefully place the seasoned salmon fillets into the hot pan. the salmon for about per side, until a beautiful golden-brown crust forms and the salmon is cooked through but not overcooked. Remove the cooked salmon from the pan and set aside.
Step 3: Prepare the Honey Garlic Butter Sauce
In the same pan with the remaining oil and butter, add 4-5 cloves of garlic. the garlic for about until fragrant. Add 2 more tablespoons of butter and allow it to melt. Pour in 3 tablespoons of honey and the juice of half a lemon or lime. Add 1 teaspoon of the leftover spice blend. Stir the mixture well and allow it to and thicken for about , creating a sweet, citrusy, and buttery sauce.
Step 4: Glaze and Finish
Return the salmon fillets to the pan with the sauce. Spoon the honey garlic butter sauce generously over each salmon fillet, ensuring they are well coated. Allow the salmon to heat through and absorb the sauce for another . Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Step 5: Serve
Serve the honey garlic butter salmon over fluffy mashed potatoes and alongside broccoli. Drizzle any remaining sauce from the pan over the salmon and potatoes for extra flavor.
Pro Tips
• Do not overcook the salmon; aim for a nice sear without burning.
• Allow the seasoned salmon to marinate for at least 10 minutes to absorb the flavors.
• Adjust the amount of honey and lemon/lime juice to your taste preference for the sauce.
Variations
• Serve with rice, quinoa, or roasted vegetables instead of mashed potatoes.
• Add a pinch of chili flakes to the sauce for a touch of heat.
Storage & Leftovers
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Add 1 teaspoon of the leftover spice blend.
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