Description
This Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon recipe features perfectly seared salmon filets coated in a sticky, sweet, and garlicky sauce made from honey, garlic, soy sauce, and a hint of sriracha. Ready in under 20 minutes, it's an easy, flavorful dinner option that can be prepared using a stovetop and finished under the broiler for a beautifully caramelized finish.
Ingredients
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Salmon and Seasoning
- 4 (6 oz each) salmon filets
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp blackening seasoning (optional)
Glaze
- 3 Tbsp butter
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 6 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup honey
- 3 Tbsp water
- 3 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp sriracha sauce
- 2 Tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Season the Salmon: Pat the salmon filets dry with paper towels. Season both sides evenly with kosher salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and blackening seasoning if using. Set aside while preparing the glaze.
- Prepare the Sauce: Adjust the oven rack to the middle position and preheat the broiler. In a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat, melt the butter along with olive oil. Once melted, add minced garlic, water, soy sauce, sriracha, honey, and lemon juice. Stir and cook for about 30 seconds until the sauce is heated through and well combined.
- Sear the Salmon: Place the salmon filets in the skillet skin side down if using skin-on salmon. Cook for 3 minutes on the stovetop, basting frequently by spooning the sauce over the salmon to keep it moist and flavorful.
- Broil to Finish: Transfer the skillet with salmon to the preheated broiler. Broil for 6 minutes, basting once during broiling with the pan sauce. The salmon should become caramelized and cooked through to your preferred doneness.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and optionally garnish with minced parsley. Serve immediately with your choice of sides.
Notes
- Use skin-on salmon for a crispier texture and easier handling while searing, but skinless works fine.
- Broiling on the middle rack prevents the sauce from burning due to excessive heat from the top element.
- Adjust the amount of sriracha based on preferred spice level or omit for a milder glaze.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or lemon wedges for added freshness and color.
- Sticky sweet and garlicky, this dish comes together quickly—perfect for weeknight dinners.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 481 kcal
- Sugar: 35 g
- Sodium: 1317 mg
- Fat: 21 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 116 mg
