Description
Honey Soy Glazed Salmon is a delightful dish that combines the sweetness of honey with the savory notes of soy sauce, creating a mouthwatering glaze that elevates flaky salmon fillets. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this recipe is quick to prepare and sure to impress your family and friends. With its stunning presentation and irresistible flavor, it’s bound to become a favorite in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 teaspoons sesame seeds, toasted
- 2 green onions, chopped
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, and lime juice.
- Place salmon fillets in a shallow dish or zip-top bag and pour marinade over them. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 400°F or grill on medium-high heat.
- If baking, place salmon on a lined baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes until flaky. If grilling, cook skin-side down for about 5-6 minutes per side.
- Brush additional marinade over salmon halfway through cooking for extra glaze.
- Serve topped with toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions alongside rice or veggies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking/Grilling
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 75mg