Ingredients
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- 4 salmon fillets (6 ounces each)
- 1/3 cup honey
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce (low-sodium recommended)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional, for added depth)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare the glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, lemon juice, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, and smoked paprika (if using). Set the mixture aside.
- Season the salmon: Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Sear the salmon: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the skillet. Cook for 3–4 minutes or until the skin is crispy.
- Flip and glaze: Flip the salmon fillets carefully using a spatula. Reduce the heat to medium-low and pour the prepared glaze over the fillets. Allow the salmon to cook for another 3–4 minutes, spooning the glaze over the top as it cooks.
- Caramelize the glaze: Continue cooking until the glaze thickens slightly and forms a glossy coating on the salmon. Be careful not to overcook—salmon is done when it flakes easily with a fork.
- Garnish and serve: Transfer the salmon to a serving plate, drizzle any remaining glaze from the pan over the top, and garnish with chopped parsley. Serve with lemon wedges on the side.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 18g
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g