HONEY GARLIC SALMON
Honey Garlic Salmon is a delectable dish that combines the sweetness of honey with the robust flavor of garlic, creating a glaze that perfectly complements the rich taste of salmon. This recipe is simple, quick, and perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.
Equipment
- 1 baking dish or lined baking sheet
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 whisk or fork
- 1 brush for glazing
- 1 spoon for serving
- 1 tongs optional
Ingredients
- 4 fillets salmon 6 oz each
- ¼ cup honey
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger grated, optional
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- for garnish chopped green onions optional
- for serving lemon wedges optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, olive oil, grated ginger (if using), salt, and pepper. Whisk until well mixed.
- Place the salmon fillets in a baking dish or on a lined baking sheet. Brush the honey garlic mixture over each fillet, reserving about a tablespoon of the mixture for later.
- Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- In the last 2 minutes of baking, drizzle the reserved honey garlic mixture over the salmon for an extra layer of flavor.
- Remove the salmon from the oven and let it rest for a couple of minutes. Garnish with chopped green onions if desired.
- Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.
Notes
For added flavor, consider marinating the salmon in the honey garlic mixture for 30 minutes before baking.
This dish pairs well with steamed vegetables or rice to complete the meal.
Feel free to adjust the amount of honey for sweetness and soy sauce for saltiness according to your taste preferences.