Sweet & Sticky Salmon Love ❤️

Name: Honey Glazed Salmon Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 salmon fillets (7 oz each); 2 tsp sea salt; 2 tsp black pepper (freshly ground); 2 tsp garlic powder; ½ cup salted butter (or olive oil); 5 cloves garlic (freshly minced); ½ cup honey; ¼ cup soy sauce (or Tamari for gluten-free option)

Ever just *craved* that sweet, sticky perfection of honey glazed salmon from your favorite restaurant? Yeah, me too! Well, guess what? You can totally whip this up at home and it’s honestly easier than it sounds. Trust me on this one!

Main dish photo — *The finished dish — looks amazing, right?*

Okay, Let’s Talk Ingredients

Alright, so here’s the deal. You’re gonna need:

– 4 pieces of salmon fillets (7 oz each, don’t skimp on this!)
– A couple teaspoons of sea salt (let’s be generous here)
– 2 teaspoons of black pepper (freshly ground if you’ve got it, but I won’t judge if you grab the shaker!)
– 2 teaspoons of garlic powder (because garlic, duh)
– ½ cup of salted butter (or olive oil if you’re feeling fancy)
– 5 cloves of fresh garlic (minced, because we want flavor city)
– ½ cup of honey (sweet, sweet honey)
– ¼ cup of soy sauce (or Tamari if you’re gluten-free)

Easy peasy, right? You can grab everything at your local grocery store, or steal from your neighbor’s garden if they have a cool garlic patch. 😂

So Here’s Why I Make This Constantly

Okay, so let me tell you a little story. Picture this: I decided to have a cozy dinner night at home, right? And like, I wanted to impress my friends but didn’t wanna spend all day in the kitchen. Enter this salmon recipe.

First time I made it, I was nervous, not gonna lie. But then my friends walked in, and the smell—OMG, it was like a sweet hug! Everyone raved about it, and it took me, like, all of 20 minutes. Now, it’s requested like I’m a five-star chef or something. I’m basically a salmon-sorceress at this point. 🧙‍♀️✨

Another beautiful angle of the dish — *Just as gorgeous from this angle too!*

The One Trick That Changes Everything

So, here’s the thing: *don’t* marinate the salmon. Seriously! Just pour that luscious glaze straight over the fillets. It caramelizes in the oven and creates this magical, sticky coating. I once tried marinating like a wannabe gourmet, and honestly, it just added time and not much flavor. Lesson learned!

Don’t Mess This Up (My Top Tips)

– Check your oven: Bake for 12 minutes—no more, no less. But *do* start checking it at 10 minutes, just in case your oven is feeling rebellious. You want that perfect flake, not dry fish!

– Coat it well: Seriously, drown that salmon in the glaze. The more, the merrier!

– Parchment paper: Line your baking sheet with it. Trust me, when you forget, you’ll be scrubbing salmon goo for ages. Not fun!

How to Keep Them From Disappearing (Or, How to Store Them)

If you somehow have leftovers (I mean, who are you?), let them cool down, then pop ’em in an airtight container. They’ll keep in the fridge for about 2 days. Just reheat in the oven to get that glaze all melty again. Or, you know, eat it cold—salmon sushi style!

If You Liked This, You’ll Probably Like These Too

– Garlic Butter Shrimp: Seriously, it’s like a hug in a bowl.
– Teriyaki Chicken: Sweet, savory, and totally addictive.
– Crispy Honey Brussels Sprouts: Okay, hear me out—these are a game-changer!

What about you? Have you ever tried making a dish that turned out way better than you thought it would? I’d love to hear your cooking stories! 🍽️💕

Honey Glazed Salmon Recipe

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Honey Glazed Salmon recipe, bringing restaurant-quality cuisine to your kitchen in just 20 minutes. The perfect balance of sweet and savory, this dish features tender salmon fillets coated in a rich honey-soy glaze infused with garlic. Ideal for a quick weeknight dinner or an impressive meal for guests, this recipe is sure to satisfy seafood lovers and impress palates alike.

Author: XXXXX
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Yield: Serves 4
Category: entree
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American, Asian

Ingredients

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4 salmon fillets (7 oz each)
2 tsp sea salt
2 tsp black pepper (freshly ground)
2 tsp garlic powder
½ cup salted butter (or olive oil)
5 cloves garlic (freshly minced)
½ cup honey
¼ cup soy sauce (or Tamari for gluten-free option)

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a small saucepan over medium-high heat, combine butter, soy sauce, honey, and minced garlic. Whisk until smooth and simmer for 3 minutes until slightly thickened.
Place salmon fillets on the baking sheet and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Pour the glaze over the salmon.
Bake for 12 minutes or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork. Spoon any remaining sauce over the top before serving.