Speedy Honey Garlic Salmon
This Speedy Honey Garlic Salmon recipe delivers a delicious and healthy meal in under 20 minutes, featuring pan-seared salmon with a savory-sweet honey garlic glaze. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Equipment
- Small bowl
- Whisk
- Paper towels
- Non-stick skillet or cast-iron pan
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 Salmon Fillets
- 2 tbsp Honey
- 2 cloves Garlic freshly minced
- 1 tbsp Soy Sauce low-sodium recommended
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil
- Salt to taste
- Black Pepper to taste
- Fresh Parsley or Green Onions chopped, optional garnish
Instructions
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, minced garlic, and soy sauce; set aside.
- Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels, then season both sides generously with salt and black pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet or cast-iron pan over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Place salmon fillets skin-side down in the hot pan and cook for 4-5 minutes until the skin is crispy and the flesh is opaque halfway.
- Flip the salmon, brush generously with the honey-garlic glaze, and continue cooking for 2-4 minutes until cooked through and the glaze caramelizes; avoid overcooking.
- Remove from heat, brush with any remaining glaze, and garnish with fresh parsley or green onions if desired before serving immediately.
Notes
For an extra touch of flavor, you can marinate the salmon in a portion of the honey-garlic glaze for 15-20 minutes before cooking, but this step is not necessary for a delicious result. Serve with your favorite side dishes, like steamed vegetables or rice for a complete meal.