Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon (Printable Version)

Caramelized salmon fillets brushed with honey garlic butter. An elegant, quick-cooking main dish bursting with flavor.

# What You Need:

→ Fish

01 - 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each), skin-on or skinless
02 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

→ Honey Garlic Glaze

03 - 3 tablespoons honey
04 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
05 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce
07 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
08 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

→ Garnish

09 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
10 - Lemon wedges for serving

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line baking tray with parchment paper or lightly grease.
02 - Pat salmon fillets dry and place on prepared tray. Season both sides lightly with salt and pepper.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together honey, melted butter, minced garlic, soy sauce, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard until combined.
04 - Brush glaze generously over top and sides of each salmon fillet.
05 - Roast in preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
06 - For extra caramelization, switch to broil for final 1 to 2 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.
07 - Remove from oven. Spoon accumulated pan juices over salmon and sprinkle with chopped parsley. Serve hot with lemon wedges.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It tastes like restaurant quality but uses ingredients you probably already have tucked in your pantry.
  • The glaze caramelizes into a glossy, golden coating that makes every bite feel indulgent.
  • You can have dinner on the table in under half an hour, even on your busiest evenings.
  • The balance of sweet honey, tangy lemon, and savory garlic works magic on mild salmon.
02 -
  • Pat the salmon completely dry before seasoning or the glaze will slide right off instead of clinging to the fish.
  • Don't skip the broil step if you want that restaurant style caramelized crust, but stay nearby because it can go from perfect to burnt in seconds.
  • If your fillets are thicker than usual, add a few extra minutes to the roasting time and check for doneness by gently pressing the center with a fork.
03 -
  • Make a double batch of the glaze and keep it in a jar in the fridge — it works wonders on grilled vegetables, roasted chicken, or even as a dipping sauce.
  • If your salmon fillets have skin, place them skin-side down on the tray so the glaze coats the flesh and the skin crisps up underneath.
  • Let the fillets sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes before roasting so they cook more evenly and stay tender in the center.
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