Name: Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon
Ingredients: Salmon Fillets: (4 fillets, about 6 ounces each) – Fresh or frozen (thawed), skin-on or skinless, your preference. Salmon is the star, providing rich flavor and healthy fats.; Honey: (1/4 cup) – Adds natural sweetness and helps create the sticky, glossy glaze. Use a good quality honey for the best flavor.; Soy Sauce: (1/4 cup, low sodium recommended) – Provides umami, saltiness, and depth of flavor to balance the sweetness of the honey. Low sodium is preferred to control the salt level.; Garlic: (4 cloves, minced) – Essential for the savory and pungent flavor that complements the honey and salmon. Freshly minced garlic is key for the best aroma and taste.; Rice Vinegar: (2 tablespoons) – Adds a touch of acidity to cut through the sweetness and balance the flavors, also tenderizes the salmon slightly.; Sesame Oil: (1 tablespoon) – Contributes a nutty aroma and flavor, enhancing the Asian-inspired glaze. Toasted sesame oil is ideal for a richer taste.; Ginger: (1 teaspoon, grated fresh) – Offers a warm, spicy, and slightly citrusy note that elevates the glaze. Fresh ginger is much more flavorful than powdered.; Red Pepper Flakes: (1/4 teaspoon, or to taste) – Adds a subtle kick of heat to balance the sweetness and savory notes. Adjust to your spice preference.; Green Onions: (2 tablespoons, thinly sliced, for garnish) – Provides a fresh, mild oniony flavor and a pop of color as a final garnish.; Sesame Seeds: (1 tablespoon, for garnish) – Adds a nutty flavor, texture, and visual appeal as a garnish. Toasted sesame seeds offer a deeper flavor.; Olive Oil: (1 tablespoon) – Used for brushing the baking sheet or pan to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking of the salmon.

Ingredients

Salmon Fillets: (4 fillets, about 6 ounces each) – Fresh or frozen (thawed), skin-on or skinless, your preference. Salmon is the star, providing rich flavor and healthy fats.
Honey: (1/4 cup) – Adds natural sweetness and helps create the sticky, glossy glaze. Use a good quality honey for the best flavor.
Soy Sauce: (1/4 cup, low sodium recommended) – Provides umami, saltiness, and depth of flavor to balance the sweetness of the honey. Low sodium is preferred to control the salt level.
Garlic: (4 cloves, minced) – Essential for the savory and pungent flavor that complements the honey and salmon. Freshly minced garlic is key for the best aroma and taste.
Rice Vinegar: (2 tablespoons) – Adds a touch of acidity to cut through the sweetness and balance the flavors, also tenderizes the salmon slightly.
Sesame Oil: (1 tablespoon) – Contributes a nutty aroma and flavor, enhancing the Asian-inspired glaze. Toasted sesame oil is ideal for a richer taste.
Ginger: (1 teaspoon, grated fresh) – Offers a warm, spicy, and slightly citrusy note that elevates the glaze. Fresh ginger is much more flavorful than powdered.
Red Pepper Flakes: (1/4 teaspoon, or to taste) – Adds a subtle kick of heat to balance the sweetness and savory notes. Adjust to your spice preference.
Green Onions: (2 tablespoons, thinly sliced, for garnish) – Provides a fresh, mild oniony flavor and a pop of color as a final garnish.
Sesame Seeds: (1 tablespoon, for garnish) – Adds a nutty flavor, texture, and visual appeal as a garnish. Toasted sesame seeds offer a deeper flavor.
Olive Oil: (1 tablespoon) – Used for brushing the baking sheet or pan to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking of the salmon.

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Instructions

Preheat Your Oven & Prepare Baking Sheet: Begin by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C). While the oven is heating up, prepare a baking sheet. Line it with parchment paper for easy cleanup, or lightly grease it with olive oil or cooking spray to prevent the salmon from sticking. This ensures the salmon cooks evenly and doesn’t get stuck to the pan.
Prepare the Honey Garlic Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, rice vinegar, sesame oil, grated ginger, and red pepper flakes. Ensure all ingredients are well combined to create a smooth and emulsified glaze. This glaze is the heart of the dish, so take a moment to ensure it’s perfectly mixed. Taste the glaze and adjust the red pepper flakes if you prefer more or less heat.
Pat Dry the Salmon Fillets: Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Removing excess moisture from the surface of the salmon is crucial for achieving a good sear and allowing the glaze to adhere properly. Dry salmon will also bake and glaze better, preventing it from steaming.
Place Salmon on Baking Sheet & Brush with Glaze: Arrange the salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each fillet for even cooking. Generously brush the honey garlic glaze evenly over the top and sides of each salmon fillet. Make sure each fillet is well coated to maximize the flavor infusion and create a beautiful glaze during baking. Reserve a little glaze (about 2 tablespoons) for basting later.
Bake the Salmon: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. The cooking time will vary depending on the thickness of your salmon fillets. Start checking for doneness around 12 minutes. Salmon is cooked perfectly when it is opaque and flakes easily when gently pressed with a fork. Avoid overcooking, as it can become dry.
Baste with Remaining Glaze & Broil (Optional): After baking for the initial time, remove the baking sheet from the oven. Baste the salmon fillets with the reserved honey garlic glaze. This second layer of glaze will add extra flavor and help create a beautiful, glossy finish. If you want a more caramelized and slightly crispy top, you can optionally broil the salmon for the last 1-2 minutes. Keep a very close eye on it under the broiler to prevent burning, as the honey in the glaze can caramelize quickly.
Garnish and Serve: Once the salmon is cooked to perfection, remove it from the oven. Garnish generously with thinly sliced green onions and sesame seeds. These garnishes add freshness, flavor, and visual appeal to the dish. Serve immediately while warm. The aroma and taste are best enjoyed fresh out of the oven.

Nutrition

Serving Size: one normal portion
Calories: 350
Sodium: 400mg
Fat: 20
Carbohydrates: 10
Protein: 35