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Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon

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⭐ Why You’ll Love It:

✔️ Ready in under 20 minutes
✔️ Sticky, sweet, and savory glaze
✔️ High in protein and Omega-3s
✔️ Perfect with rice, noodles, or veggies

🧾 Ingredients

  • 4 (6 oz) salmon fillets, skin on or off
  • Salt & pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

🔥 For the Honey Garlic Glaze:

  • ¼ cup honey
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar or lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch + 2 tsp water (optional for thickening)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

🔸 Step 1: Season the Salmon

  1. Pat salmon dry with paper towels.
  2. Season with salt and pepper on both sides.

🔸 Step 2: Sear the Salmon

  1. Heat olive oil in a large non-stick or cast iron skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Place salmon skin-side down and sear for 4–5 minutes, then flip and cook another 2–3 minutes, or until just cooked through. Remove and set aside.

🔸 Step 3: Make the Glaze

  1. In the same skillet, lower heat to medium.
  2. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Stir in honey, soy sauce, and rice vinegar/lemon juice. Simmer for 1–2 minutes, or until slightly thickened.
  4. For a thicker glaze, add cornstarch slurry, stir, and cook 1 more minute.

🔸 Step 4: Glaze the Salmon

  1. Return the salmon to the skillet and spoon glaze over each fillet.
  2. Simmer gently for 1–2 minutes to let flavors soak in.

✨ Step 5: Serve

  1. Garnish with chopped parsley, green onions, or sesame seeds.
  2. Serve hot with steamed rice, veggies, or noodles!

🍚 Serving Suggestions:

  • Jasmine or brown rice
  • Garlic noodles or quinoa
  • Stir-fried broccoli, bok choy, or snap peas
  • Add a side of cucumber salad or miso soup

❄️ Storage & Reheat:

  • Fridge: Store up to 3 days in an airtight container
  • Reheat: Gently reheat in a skillet or microwave with a splash of water
  • Freezer: Not recommended (glaze texture may change)

❓ FAQs

Can I use frozen salmon?
Yes — just thaw it completely and pat dry before cooking.

Can I bake instead of pan-sear?
Definitely! Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 12–15 minutes, then brush with glaze and broil for 2–3 minutes.

Is this glaze too sweet?
It’s well balanced — but you can reduce the honey or add extra lemon juice for more tang.

💡 Final Thoughts

This Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon is the perfect blend of sweet, savory, and garlicky goodness — quick enough for a weeknight, fancy enough for date night. 🍯🐟

Want a spicy sriracha version or sheet pan salmon with veggies next? Just let me know!

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