Hot Honey Salmon
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Hot Honey Salmon, a dish that marries sweetness with a hint of spice for an unforgettable meal. This quick and easy recipe showcases tender salmon fillets glazed with a rich combination of honey, garlic, and chili flakes. Perfect for busy weeknights or special family dinners, you’ll find that this dish is both impressive and approachable. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal prep time, Hot Honey Salmon will quickly become a staple in your kitchen. Serve it over rice or alongside fresh vegetables for a complete meal that’s sure to satisfy everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (about 1/2 lb each)
- Olive oil
- Salt and pepper
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter
- Garlic cloves
- Fresh ginger
- Chili flakes
- Honey
- Lime juice
- Soy sauce
Instructions
- Pat the salmon fillets dry and season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook salmon skin-side up until golden brown, about 3 minutes; flip and cook an additional 2 minutes.
- Move salmon to one side of the pan, add butter, allowing it to melt. Baste the salmon with melted butter for even cooking.
- Lower heat, then add garlic, ginger, and chili flakes to infuse flavors without burning.
- Stir in honey, lime juice, and soy sauce; simmer until thickened (approximately 4-5 minutes).
- Return salmon to the pan to coat in sauce before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (approximately 125g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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