This is a delicious and easy-to-make honey garlic salmon recipe! It has the perfect balance of sweet and savory, this dish will have you hooked from the first bite.
Not only is it packed with flavor, but it’s also a healthy option, with each serving coming in at just 325 calories. I serve it up for a weeknight dinner or to impress my friends and family at dinner parties.
Honey Garlic Salmon Recipe
If you love spicy fish dishes make sure to add red pepper flakes. However, even if you don’t the salmon will still taste amazing.
Ingredients:
- 4 (6 oz) salmon fillets
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
How to Cook Honey Garlic Salmon
In a small bowl, mix together honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, garlic, and red pepper flakes (if you want to add some hotness).
Place salmon fillets in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over the top.
Allow the salmon to marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Remove the salmon from the marinade and shake off any excess.
Cook salmon for 3-4 minutes per side or until fully cooked.
Serve hot with additional marinade poured over the top if desired.
Honey Garlic Salmon Recipe
Equipment
- 1 Skillet
Ingredients
- 4 6 oz Fillet
- ¼ cup Honey
- 2 tbsp Soy Sauce
- 1 tbsp Rice Vinegar
- 2 cloves Garlic
- ½ tsp Red Pepper Flakes
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix together honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, garlic, and red pepper flakes
- Place salmon fillets in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over the top.
- Allow the salmon to marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Remove the salmon from the marinade and shake off any excess.
- Cook salmon for 3-4 minutes per side or until fully cooked.
- Serve hot with additional marinade poured over the top if desired and add some roasted sesame seeds and garnish.
Notes
Final Thoughts
I find that the honey and garlic work together to create a mouthwatering marinade that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
I also love to serve it up with a side of steamed veggies or a simple salad for a complete meal. This recipe is easy to make and sure has become a new favorite in my recipe collection. Don’t forget to follow me on Fishbasics Pinterest for more awesome fish recipes.
