Easy Honey Garlic Salmon
This easy honey garlic salmon recipe delivers perfectly cooked, flaky salmon coated in a sweet and savory glaze. It’s a quick and healthy weeknight meal that’s bursting with flavor.
Equipment
- Small bowl
- Whisk
- Paper towels
- Large skillet (cast iron or non-stick)
- Spatula
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs Salmon Fillets skin-on preferred
- 1/4 cup Honey
- 1/4 cup Soy Sauce low-sodium recommended
- 3 Garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar or apple cider vinegar, lemon/lime juice
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil or Avocado Oil
- Salt and Black Pepper to taste
- Fresh Parsley or Green Onions chopped (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and rice vinegar, then set the mixture aside.
- Pat the salmon fillets dry and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
- Heat a large skillet with olive oil over medium-high heat, then place the salmon skin-side down and cook for 4-5 minutes until crispy.
- Flip the salmon, pour the honey garlic sauce over it, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes, spooning sauce over occasionally, until the salmon is cooked through.
- Remove salmon from the skillet, transfer to plates, drizzle with remaining sauce, and garnish with parsley or green onions if desired.
Notes
The cooking time for salmon will vary based on the thickness of your fillets; ensure it flakes easily with a fork for doneness. Adjust the amount of garlic and vinegar to your taste preference for a perfect balance of flavors.