HONEY GARLIC SALMON
This Honey Garlic Salmon recipe combines the natural sweetness of honey with the savory flavor of garlic to create a delicious dish that's quick and easy to prepare. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or special occasion, this dish comes together in no time.
Equipment
- 1 Baking dish
- 1 Mixing bowl
- 1 Measuring cups and spoons
- 1 Whisk
- 1 Non-stick skillet
- 1 Spatula
Ingredients
- 4 fillets salmon 6 ounces each
- ¼ cup honey
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds toasted
- 2 green onions sliced for garnish
- salt and pepper to taste
- lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and grated ginger until well combined.
- Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper on both sides, then place them skin-side down in a baking dish.
- Pour the honey garlic mixture over the salmon fillets, ensuring they are evenly coated.
- Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and is cooked to your desired doneness.
- While the salmon is baking, heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add sesame seeds and toast for about 2 minutes, stirring frequently until golden brown.
- Once the salmon is ready, remove it from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes.
- Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions on top before serving.
- Serve the salmon with lemon wedges on the side.
Notes
You can serve this honey garlic salmon with steamed rice, quinoa, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
For added flavor, consider marinating the salmon in the honey garlic mixture for 30 minutes before baking.
This recipe can be easily adjusted to serve more or fewer people; just modify the ingredient quantities based on the number of servings required.