Description
Honey glazed salmon marries sweet and tangy flavors from Pacific Northwest cuisine. Succulent fish fillets caramelize with a golden honey glaze, promising a delightful meal you’ll savor with every delicate bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 salmon fillets (7 ounces or 198 grams each)
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) honey
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) salted butter (or olive oil)
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) soy sauce (or Tamari for gluten-free option)
Seasonings:
- 2 teaspoons sea salt
- 2 teaspoons black pepper (freshly ground)
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
Aromatics:
- 5 cloves garlic (freshly minced)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper for effortless cleanup and minimal mess.
- Create a luscious glaze by combining butter, soy sauce, honey, and minced garlic in a small saucepan. Simmer over medium heat for 3 minutes, whisking continuously until the mixture becomes glossy and slightly thickened.
- Position salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are evenly spaced. Season thoroughly with sea salt, freshly ground black pepper, and garlic powder to enhance the fish’s natural flavors.
- Generously drizzle the warm honey glaze over each salmon fillet, using a brush or spoon to ensure complete and even coverage.
- Transfer the baking sheet to the preheated oven and bake for 12 minutes, or until the salmon develops a golden exterior and easily flakes when tested with a fork.
- Remove from the oven and let the salmon rest for 2-3 minutes to allow the glaze to set and the fish to reach optimal tenderness.
- Plate the glazed salmon immediately, spooning any remaining pan sauce over the fillets to maximize flavor and presentation.
Notes
- Customize Glaze Intensity by adjusting honey and soy sauce ratios to create a sweeter or more savory profile that matches personal taste preferences.
- Enhance Nutrition by adding fresh herbs like dill or parsley on top, which boost flavor and provide additional micronutrients without extra calories.
- Accommodate Dietary Needs by substituting butter with olive oil for a dairy-free version or using low-sodium soy sauce to reduce salt content.
- Prevent Overcooking by checking salmon’s internal temperature, which should reach 145°F, ensuring moist and tender fish without drying out the delicate protein.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 475
- Sugar: 16 g
- Sodium: 1090 mg
- Fat: 34 g
- Saturated Fat: 19 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 33 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg