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Savory Honey Salmon

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Savory Honey Salmon combines soy sauce, garlic, and rich honey in a tasty glaze. The juicy baked salmon fillets come out perfectly flavorful and pair beautifully with your favorite sides like steamed greens or rice. Sweetness can be adjusted for personal taste!

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Updated on Thu, 10 Apr 2025 19:31:24 GMT
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This Sweet-Savory Salmon brings together a tasty mix of honey, umami, and garlic in one simple yet mouthwatering meal. The sticky coating and soft, tender fish make it perfect for busy weeknights or when you want to impress your dinner guests.

What You'll Need

  • Salmon Fillets (7 oz each): They make a juicy, flavorful foundation that soaks up all the yummy glaze ingredients.
  • Sea Salt: Brings out the salmon's natural taste and cuts through the sweetness in the sauce.
  • Black Pepper (freshly ground): Gives a subtle kick and extra dimension to your seasoning blend.
  • Garlic Powder: Works with the fresh garlic to create a double punch of flavor throughout.

Sweet Sauce Mix

  • Salted Butter (or Olive Oil): Creates a smooth, velvety base that helps the glaze stick to your fish.
  • Garlic (minced): Gives that wonderful aroma and bold taste that balances the honey's sweetness.
  • Honey: Forms the sweet backbone of your glaze and helps everything caramelize beautifully.
  • Soy Sauce (or Tamari): Adds that can't-miss savory depth that makes the whole dish pop.

Cooking Steps

Step 1: Get Prepped
Turn your oven on to 425°F (220°C). Cover a baking tray with parchment or foil so you won't have a mess to clean up later.
Step 2: Craft the Glaze
Put butter, soy sauce, honey, and minced garlic in a small pot over medium-high heat. Stir until everything's mixed well and let it bubble for about 3 minutes. It'll get a bit thicker, making a tasty coating for your fish.
Step 3: Season and Glaze
Put your salmon on the lined baking sheet. Sprinkle with sea salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Drizzle the honey mix all over, making sure each piece is totally covered.
Step 4: Bake the Salmon
Cook for around 12 minutes until the fish easily breaks apart with a fork. Drizzle the pan juices over top for extra shine and flavor.
Step 5: Finish
Before serving, spoon any sauce left in the pan over your salmon. Eat right away with your favorite sides like rice or veggies.

How to Serve and Keep

  • Enjoy your Sweet-Savory Salmon while it's hot alongside fluffy rice, roasted veggies, or a crisp green salad.
  • Add some chopped fresh parsley or a squeeze of lemon on top for a bright touch.
  • Any extras can go in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
  • When you want to eat the leftovers, warm them gently in a pan on low heat or briefly in the microwave so the fish doesn't dry out.

Cooking Tricks

  • Feel free to add more or less honey depending on how sweet you like your food.
  • Try adding a bit of fresh lemon juice to the glaze for a zingy kick.
  • Don't leave the salmon in too long - aim for 145°F inside for perfectly flaky fish.

Advice from Top Cooks

  • Jamie Oliver says wild-caught salmon tastes better and has nicer texture than farmed.
  • Gordon Ramsay thinks you should brush more glaze on halfway through cooking to really pack in the flavor.
  • Nigella Lawson likes throwing in some red pepper flakes to give a spicy contrast to the honey's sweetness.

What Makes This Special

  • This Sweet-Savory Salmon blends honey, umami and garlic notes into something that's quick to make but looks fancy.
  • You can pair it with so many different sides, making it great for any meal or occasion.
  • The sauce turns thick and sticky, giving your salmon a beautiful golden-brown finish.

Other Ways to Make It

  • If you can't have gluten, just use tamari instead of regular soy sauce.
  • Try using maple syrup if you don't have honey on hand.
  • Sprinkle some sesame seeds on top before serving for a nice crunch and nutty flavor.

Sweet Salmon Dinner

Try this tender, flaky salmon coated in a garlic honey sauce. It’s quick, tasty, and perfect with rice or veggies for a complete meal!

Prep Time
10 Minutes
Cook Time
12 Minutes
Total Time
22 Minutes
By: Paolina

Category: Seafood

Difficulty: Easy

Cuisine: Seafood

Yield: 4 Servings

Dietary: ~

Ingredients

01 5 garlic cloves (chopped fresh).
02 1/4 cup soy sauce (use Tamari for a gluten-free substitute).
03 2 teaspoons pepper (grind it fresh for the best flavor).
04 1/2 cup honey (adjust based on your sweetness preference).
05 2 teaspoons garlic powder.
06 4 salmon fillets (7 oz pieces).
07 1/2 cup salted butter (switch to olive oil if you'd like).
08 2 teaspoons sea salt.

Instructions

Step 01

Start by setting your oven to 425°F (220°C). Cover a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper so cleaning up later is a breeze.

Step 02

In a small pot on medium heat, mix together the butter, chopped garlic, honey, and soy sauce. Whisk it until smooth and let it gently simmer for about 3 minutes to thicken a bit.

Step 03

Place the salmon pieces on the lined baking tray. Sprinkle them liberally with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Coat each one with the honey mixture, making sure the glaze is evenly spread.

Step 04

Cook the salmon for around 12 minutes. It’s ready when the fish flakes easily and looks juicy. Use any liquid left in the pan to baste over the salmon for extra flavor and shine.

Step 05

Dish out the salmon right away and pour any leftover sauce on top if you like a stronger flavor.

Notes

  1. Enjoy this tender, flaky salmon with a garlicky sweetness that pairs beautifully with the fish.
  2. Great for busy evenings, this dish goes wonderfully with a side of rice or some fresh cooked vegetables.
  3. Personalize the sweetness level in the glaze, making it just right for anyone’s taste.

Tools You'll Need

  • An oven.
  • Tray with edges for baking.
  • Foil or parchment to line your pan.
  • A small cooking pot.
  • A whisk to combine ingredients.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 450
  • Total Fat: 28 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 18 g
  • Protein: 32 g