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Perfectly Crispy Honey Garlic Salmon

A delightful dish featuring succulent salmon glazed with a rich honey-garlic sauce, perfectly caramelized for a crispy exterior and flaky interior.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 fillets salmon fillets
  • 2 tablespoons honey Adjust sweetness as desired.
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce Can substitute with coconut aminos for gluten-free option.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Toast garlic for enhanced flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil Additional olive oil may be used for frying.
  • to taste Salt and pepper Important for seasoning.
  • for serving Lemon wedges Enhances flavor when squeezed over salmon.
  • for serving Cooked rice or vegetables Provides a colorful and nutritious side.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a small bowl, mix together the honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  2. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and add a little olive oil.
Cooking
  1. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down and cook for 4-5 minutes until the skin is crispy.
  2. Flip the salmon and pour the honey garlic mixture over the fillets. Cook for another 4-5 minutes until the salmon is cooked through.
Serving
  1. Serve immediately with rice or vegetables and lemon wedges.

Notes

Pat the salmon dry before cooking to enhance crispiness. Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less honey, and consider adding crushed red pepper flakes for heat. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge or freeze for up to 2 months.