Description
This Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon is a quick and flavorful dish perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner. Salmon fillets are marinated in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce, then seared to golden perfection in a skillet. The glaze thickens to a glossy finish, coating the salmon with delicious flavor, and is finished off with fresh green onions for a bright, fresh touch.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
Marinade
- 1/3 cup pure honey
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
Cooking
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prep ingredients: Mince the garlic and measure out the honey and soy sauce to have everything ready for the marinade.
- Make marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, and lemon juice until fully combined to create a balanced sweet and savory sauce.
- Marinate salmon: Place the salmon fillets in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Let them soak for at least 30 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Heat skillet: Warm 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium-high heat in a non-stick skillet until it starts to shimmer, indicating it’s hot and ready for searing.
- Sear salmon: Place salmon fillets skin-side down in the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes until the skin is golden brown and crisp.
- Cook with glaze: Flip the salmon fillets and pour the remaining marinade into the pan. Let it simmer for another 3-4 minutes until the glaze thickens and becomes glossy, coating the salmon beautifully.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from heat and sprinkle chopped green onions on top before serving to add a fresh, vibrant finish.
Notes
- Marinating the salmon for longer (up to 1 hour) can intensify the flavor.
- Use a non-stick skillet to prevent the salmon from sticking and tearing.
- Do not move the salmon too much while searing to get a nice crust.
- The glaze can burn if cooked on too high heat; keep it moderate to avoid bitterness.
- Serve this dish with steamed vegetables or rice for a complete meal.
