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Honey Garlic Soy Salmon

Honey Garlic Soy Salmon
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Honey Garlic Soy Salmon is a quick and flavorful dish featuring tender, flaky salmon fillets glazed in a luscious sauce made from honey, garlic, and soy sauce. This recipe balances sweetness, savoriness, and umami, making it perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests with minimal effort and maximum taste.

Ingredients

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Salmon

  • 4 skin-on fresh salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)

Marinade

  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (plus extra for cooking)
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Optional Garnishes

  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Marinade: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, lemon juice, and a splash of olive oil until smooth and well combined to create a flavorful marinade that will coat the salmon beautifully.
  2. Marinate the Salmon: Place the salmon fillets in a shallow dish or ziplock bag and pour the marinade over them. Let the salmon soak up the flavors for at least 15 minutes and up to 30 minutes to tenderize and intensify the taste without overpowering the fish.
  3. Cook the Salmon: Heat a non-stick skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat and add a little olive oil. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down and cook for 4-5 minutes until the skin becomes crispy. Carefully flip the fillets and cook the other side for another 3-4 minutes while the glaze thickens and caramelizes.
  4. Glaze and Serve: Pour any remaining marinade into the pan during the last minute of cooking. Allow the sauce to reduce and become sticky, glazing the salmon. Remove from heat and let the fillets rest briefly before plating. Garnish with sliced green onions or toasted sesame seeds, if desired.

Notes

  • Choose wild-caught or high-quality fresh salmon fillets for the best flavor and texture.
  • Do not overcook the salmon; it should be opaque but still moist inside to avoid dryness.
  • Use skin-on fillets to lock in moisture and get a crispy skin.
  • Marinate for 15 to 30 minutes; longer marination can mush the fish due to acidic lemon juice.
  • For a thicker glaze, reduce leftover marinade on low heat before drizzling over cooked salmon.

Nutrition

Keywords: salmon, honey garlic salmon, soy salmon, quick dinner, healthy salmon recipe, gluten free salmon, pan-seared salmon

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