Description

This Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon recipe delivers perfectly cooked, tender salmon filets coated in a luscious, sweet and savory honey garlic sauce with a hint of heat. The glaze combines honey, garlic, soy sauce, and sriracha for a delicious balance of flavors, finished with fresh lemon juice for brightness. A quick stovetop method makes this dish ideal for an easy weeknight dinner packed with flavor.

Ingredients

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SALMON

4 (6 oz each) salmon filets
1/2 tsp kosher salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp smoked paprika (or regular paprika)
1/4 tsp blackening seasoning (optional)

SAUCE

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

Prep 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. This will enhance the flavor and create a delicious crust during cooking.
Cook the salmon: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add 2 teaspoons of olive oil. Once hot, place the salmon filets skin side down and cook for about 4-5 minutes without moving them, allowing a crispy skin to form. Flip the salmon and cook for another 3-4 minutes until cooked through but still moist inside. Remove salmon from pan and set aside.
Make the honey garlic sauce: In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium-low and add 3 tablespoons of butter. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in honey, water, soy sauce, and sriracha. Let the sauce simmer gently for 2-3 minutes until it thickens slightly.
Combine and glaze: Return the cooked salmon to the skillet, spooning the honey garlic sauce over each filet. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, allowing the salmon to absorb the glaze and the sauce to coat it beautifully.
Finish and serve: Remove from heat and drizzle with fresh lemon juice to add brightness. Serve immediately with your choice of side dishes, spooning extra sauce over the salmon for maximum flavor.

Notes

Use skin-on salmon filets for better texture and to help hold the salmon together during cooking.
Adjust sriracha amount according to your spice preference or omit if you prefer a milder glaze.
If you lack smoked paprika, regular paprika works well to add subtle smoky flavor.
Serve with steamed vegetables, rice, or a fresh salad for a balanced meal.
Make sure not to overcook the salmon to keep it moist and tender.

Keywords: honey garlic salmon, glazed salmon, easy salmon recipe, stovetop salmon, sweet and spicy salmon