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Honey Glazed Salmon

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Create tender, juicy salmon coated in a perfectly caramelized honey-butter-soy dressing. Ready fast in 20 minutes if you follow these easy steps.

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Updated on Tue, 18 Mar 2025 18:54:54 GMT
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I wanna tell you about my favorite salmon dish that always delivers! For years, I couldn't get fish right until I stumbled on this delicious honey coating that transforms everything. In just 20 minutes, you'll end up with super moist, flaky salmon covered in a sweet garlicky outer layer that'll make everyone think you're a kitchen wizard.

What You Need

  • Quality Salmon: Pick up skin-on fillets for extra juiciness.
  • Honey: The everyday kind does the trick perfectly.
  • Soy Sauce: Brings that needed saltiness.
  • Garlic: Mince it fresh instead of using the bottled kind.
  • Butter: The real stuff makes all the difference!
  • Salt & Pepper: Just a touch to brighten everything up.

Let's Cook

Prep Time
Heat your oven to 425. Put some foil on a baking sheet to make cleanup super easy!
Create Your Sauce
Mix your honey, butter, garlic and soy sauce in a small pan. Let it simmer till it thickens a bit and fills your kitchen with amazing aromas!
Set Up The Salmon
Arrange your fish skin-side down on the pan, add a bit of salt and pepper, then drizzle that tasty mixture all over it.
Baking Time
Around 12 minutes usually works great. Test it with a fork, it should break apart easily but still have moisture inside.

Make It Perfect

Don't remove that skin, it acts like a natural barrier that locks in moisture! Stay nearby during those final cooking moments, they really matter. And don't forget to pour the pan drippings over your fish before serving, that stuff's absolute magic!

Other Ways To Cook

Don't have an oven handy? You can totally cook this in a skillet with the skin facing down first for about 4 minutes, then flip it over, add your sauce and cook another 3. Or try it on your barbecue, just watch that sauce carefully since it can get pretty sticky!

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Save Some For Later

Extra pieces left? You're in for a treat! It'll stay good in your fridge up to 3 days. When reheating, go gentle in the oven or use reduced power in your microwave. Nobody wants to eat tough, overcooked fish!

Fix Common Problems

Is your glaze getting too dark? Lower your oven rack a bit. Too much salt? Grab the reduced sodium soy sauce next time. Fish turning out too dry? Take it out a minute earlier. The honey mixture is pretty flexible, just save a little extra for serving!

Frequently Asked Questions

→ When is salmon cooked all the way?

If the inside temperature hits 63°C, the fish is fully opaque, and you can easily pull it into flakes, it’s ready.

→ Why did my sauce end up too watery?

You probably need to cook it down more, or whisk in a bit of cornflour and water mix for extra thickness.

→ Can I swap salmon for another fish?

This works well with trout, dorade, or even Arctic char if you prefer.

→ How should I warm up leftovers?

Slowly reheat it—try using an oven, stovetop, or an air fryer so the salmon doesn’t dry out.

→ Is it okay to prep the sauce in advance?

Absolutely. Store it in the fridge for up to three days, then gently reheat it when you’re ready to use.

Honey Glazed Salmon

Succulent salmon pieces cooked with garlic, a rich honey glaze, butter, and soy sauce. An impressive yet simple dish that’ll wow your taste buds.

Prep Time
5 Minutes
Cook Time
15 Minutes
Total Time
20 Minutes

Category: Main Dish Recipes

Difficulty: Intermediate

Cuisine: American

Yield: 4 Servings (4)

Dietary: ~

Ingredients

01 4 portions of salmon, about 200g each.
02 2 small spoons of coarse sea salt.
03 2 small spoons of ground black pepper.
04 2 small spoons of powdered garlic.
05 120g of slightly salted butter.
06 5 garlic cloves, finely chopped.
07 120ml of honey.
08 60ml of soy sauce (shoyu).

Instructions

Step 01

Warm the oven to 220°C and prep your baking tray with parchment paper.

Step 02

Stir together melted butter, soy sauce, honey, and minced garlic in a small pan.

Step 03

Simmer the sauce mixture over low heat for about 3 minutes until it thickens slightly.

Step 04

Sprinkle the salmon with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.

Step 05

Pour the sauce over the seasoned salmon.

Step 06

Place the salmon in the oven for 12 minutes or until it flakes easily with a fork.

Step 07

Spoon some of the leftover sauce from the pan over the salmon before serving.

Notes

  1. Make sure the center of the fish reaches 63°C.
  2. Try to pick fillets that are about the same size.
  3. It’s better to use freshly minced garlic than pre-chopped ones.
  4. If you need it to be gluten-free, substitute regular soy sauce with tamari.

Tools You'll Need

  • Tray for baking.
  • Sheet of parchment paper.
  • A small pot.
  • A whisk for mixing.

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Fish (salmon).
  • Soy (in the soy sauce).
  • Dairy (from the butter).

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 357
  • Total Fat: 23 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 39 g
  • Protein: 3 g