Honey Glazed Salmon

⭐ ★★★★★ (4,812 ratings)
📝 Medium
👥 Serves 4
🔥 450 cal/serving
Honey Glazed Salmon
Prep Time
10 min
Cook Time
15 min
Marinate Time
5 min
Total Time
30 min

Ingredients

  • 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each), skin on or off
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds (for garnish)
  • 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
  • Lemon wedges for serving
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  • 1
    Make the glaze
    In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, olive oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, rice vinegar, and red pepper flakes until well combined.
  • 2
    Marinate the salmon
    Place salmon fillets in a shallow dish or zip-top bag. Pour half of the glaze over the salmon, reserving the other half for later. Marinate for 5-10 minutes (no longer, or the acid will start cooking the fish).
  • 3
    Preheat the pan
    Heat a large non-stick skillet or cast-iron pan over medium-high heat. Add a drizzle of oil if needed.
  • 4
    Sear the salmon
    Remove salmon from marinade, letting excess drip off. Place salmon skin-side down (if using skin-on) in the hot pan. Sear for 4-5 minutes until the bottom is golden brown and crispy.
  • 5
    Flip and glaze
    Flip salmon carefully. Pour the reserved glaze around the salmon (not directly on top to avoid burning). Cook for another 3-4 minutes, basting with pan juices using a spoon.
  • 6
    Check doneness
    Salmon is done when it flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C). The glaze should be thick and sticky.
  • 7
    Garnish and serve
    Transfer salmon to plates. Spoon remaining glaze from the pan over top. Garnish with sesame seeds, sliced green onions, and serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Information (per serving)

450
Calories
38g
Protein
22g
Fat
18g
Carbs
2g
Fiber
680mg
Sodium

*Nutritional information is an estimate and may vary based on ingredients used. Salmon is rich in Omega-3 fatty acids.