This honey garlic butter salmon recipe is a quick and delicious option for a healthy dinner. The salmon is coated in a sweet and savory honey garlic glaze that creates a golden caramelized finish, making it a delightful dish for any occasion.
Cooking the salmon in a cozy skillet allows for easy preparation and cleanup, while infusing the fish with rich flavors. This recipe is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special gathering.
Easy Honey Garlic Butter Salmon Recipe
This salmon recipe features fillets pan-seared to perfection, then glazed with a mixture of honey, garlic, and butter. The dish takes about 20 minutes from start to finish and serves 2 people.
Ingredients
- 2 salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prep the Salmon: Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Make the Honey Garlic Glaze: In a small bowl, mix together honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, and lemon juice.
- Cook the Salmon: Heat a skillet over medium heat and add butter. Once melted, place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the skillet. Cook for about 4-5 minutes until the skin is crispy.
- Add the Glaze: Flip the salmon fillets and pour the honey garlic glaze over them. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, basting the salmon with the glaze until it is cooked through and has a golden caramelized finish.
- Serve: Remove the salmon from the skillet and garnish with chopped parsley if desired. Serve immediately.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 2 fillets
- Calories: 350kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 30g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
