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Honey-Garlic Glazed Salmon

Honey-Garlic Glazed Salmon
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Honey-Garlic Glazed Salmon is a deliciously balanced dish featuring wild-caught or farmed salmon fillets with a sticky, sweet, and savory glaze made from honey, fresh garlic, soy sauce or tamari, and lemon juice. This quick and easy recipe delivers a restaurant-quality meal in under 30 minutes, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Naturally gluten-free and packed with omega-3 fatty acids, it combines crispy skin texture with a luscious glaze that’s both healthy and irresistibly flavorful.

Ingredients

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Salmon and Seasoning

  • 4 fresh salmon fillets, skin on (about 6 oz each)
  • Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste

Honey-Garlic Glaze

  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, minced garlic, soy sauce (or tamari), fresh lemon juice, and optional red pepper flakes until fully combined and smooth.
  2. Season the Salmon: Pat the salmon fillets dry thoroughly with paper towels. Lightly season both sides with freshly cracked black pepper to enhance the salmon’s natural flavors.
  3. Sear the Salmon: Heat olive oil in a non-stick or cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Place salmon fillets skin-side down and sear for 4 to 5 minutes, until the skin becomes crispy and golden brown.
  4. Add the Glaze and Cook: Carefully flip the salmon fillets, then pour the prepared honey-garlic glaze evenly over the top. Reduce the heat to medium and cook for another 3 to 4 minutes. Frequently spoon the glaze over the fillets to thicken it and create a beautiful coating.
  5. Rest and Serve: Remove the salmon from the skillet and let it rest for a couple of minutes to allow the glaze to set and flavors to fully develop before serving.

Notes

  • Use fresh garlic and lemon juice for the brightest flavor; avoid powders or bottled juices.
  • Do not overcook the salmon; aim for a slightly pink center to keep it moist and tender.
  • Leave the skin on for crispy texture and to help hold the salmon together while cooking.
  • If the glaze is too runny, simmer it separately in the pan for 1-2 minutes to thicken before adding the salmon.
  • Using a cast-iron skillet helps to distribute heat evenly and achieve a perfect sear.

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