Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon Recipe
Recipe Overview
Overview
This Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon recipe is a delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors that come together beautifully. The star of the dish is, of course, the salmon, which is marinated in a mixture of honey, garlic, and soy sauce, allowing it to absorb all those delicious flavors. The addition of fresh ginger and a variety of seasonings gives the salmon a unique twist that makes it stand out.
Cooking the salmon is straightforward; simply pan-fry it until it’s perfectly cooked and caramelized on the outside. The glaze thickens as it cooks, creating a sticky coating that clings to the fish. This dish is not only easy to prepare but also looks stunning on the plate, making it ideal for entertaining.
Serve this salmon with a side of steamed vegetables or over a bed of rice to soak up the extra glaze. It’s a fantastic option for a quick weeknight meal or a special occasion. The combination of flavors is sure to impress anyone at your dinner table, and you might just find it becoming a regular in your meal rotation.
Recipe Details
Steps & Tips
Gather all ingredients including salmon, honey, seasonings, and vegetables.
Tip: Use a small amount of ginger for flavor; it enhances the salmon.
Wash the salmon in lemon juice to remove any rawness.
Use a paper towel to dry the salmon and remove excess water.
Mix all seasonings in a bowl.
Add a little oil to the seasoning mixture.
Add at least 1 teaspoon of granulated sugar to the seasoning.
Tip: Granulated sugar adds a nice glaze to the salmon.
Tip: Brown sugar can also be used for a different flavor.
Massage the seasoning mixture all over the salmon.
Leave the salmon to marinate for at least 10 minutes.
Heat over 2 tablespoons of oil in a pot.
Add the salmon to the pot skin side down.
Fry the salmon for at least 4 to 5 minutes on each side.
Remove the fried salmon from the pot.
Tip: Remove any black bits left in the pot for a cleaner sauce.
Add onions to the pot and sauté for at least 10 seconds.
Add garlic, ginger, scallion, and thyme to the pot.
Add at least half a teaspoon of unsalted butter.
Add at least 4 tablespoons of water to the pot.
Add dark soy sauce and remaining seasoning to the pot.
Add lemon juice to the mixture.
Allow the sauce to come to a simmer.
Tip: Turn down the stove after adding the salmon to prevent overcooking.
Add the salmon back into the pot.
Baste the salmon with the sauce using a spoon.
Tip: Adding lemon pieces is optional but enhances flavor.
Leave to simmer for at least 5 minutes.
Tip: Do not cover the pot to keep the sauce from becoming too watery.
Turn off the stove when the salmon is cooked to perfection.
Plate the salmon for serving.
Add the sticky sauce on top of the plated salmon.
Ingredients
Ingredient: Fish
→ Substitution: Tofu or Chicken
Ingredient: Soy
→ Substitution: Coconut Aminos
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Interesting Tidbits
- •Honey adds a natural sweetness that balances the savory flavors of the garlic and soy sauce.
- •Marinating salmon enhances its flavor and tenderness.
- •Using fresh ginger and garlic elevates the dish with aromatic notes.
- •Basting the salmon with the glaze while cooking helps create a sticky, flavorful crust.
