Introduction

This crispy honey garlic glazed salmon is a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors with a delightful crunch on the outside. It’s quick to prepare and makes a beautiful, flavorful weeknight dinner that feels special.

The image shows three pieces of cooked salmon fillets placed closely together on a white plate with a shiny dark brown sauce. Each piece of salmon has a rich, glossy orange-gold color with a slightly crispy texture on the top surface. Darker grill marks and a sprinkling of finely chopped green herbs add extra texture and color contrast on top. The sauce beneath the salmon is thick and dark with visible bits of herbs and small red chili flakes, spreading across the base of the plate. The background has a white marbled texture. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

4 salmon fillets (skin-on)
¼ cup honey
2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
3 cloves garlic (minced)
2 tablespoons olive oil
Chopped green onions (for garnish)

Instructions

Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, and minced garlic. Set the glaze aside.
Step 2: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down and cook for about 4-5 minutes, until the skin is crispy and the salmon easily releases from the pan.
Step 3: Flip the salmon and pour the honey garlic glaze over the fillets. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, spooning the glaze over the salmon as it thickens slightly.
Step 4: Remove the salmon from the skillet and drizzle with any remaining glaze from the pan. Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Tips & Variations

For extra crispiness, pat the salmon skin dry with a paper towel before cooking.
Substitute maple syrup for honey if you prefer a different sweetness.
Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice just before serving to brighten the flavors.
Serve with steamed rice or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.

Storage

Store cooked salmon in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. To reheat, gently warm the fillets in a skillet over low heat or in a microwave-safe dish, being careful not to overcook. Leftover glaze can be refrigerated separately for up to 3 days.

How to Serve

A glossy, caramelized salmon fillet resting in a shallow pool of dark, rich sauce that has small red chili flakes and finely chopped green herbs sprinkled on top; the salmon fillet shows a golden-brown glaze with visible seared lines, flaky texture, and moist, tender pale orange flesh beneath. In the background, two more similar fillets sit side by side in the sauce on a white rectangular dish, all placed on a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use frozen salmon for this recipe?

Yes, but be sure to fully thaw and pat the salmon dry before cooking to achieve the best crispy skin.

Is it necessary to use skin-on salmon?

Skin-on salmon helps create a crispy texture and prevents the fillet from falling apart during cooking, but you can use skinless fillets if preferred.

Crispy Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon Recipe

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This Crispy Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon recipe features perfectly pan-seared salmon fillets coated in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce. The salmon skin becomes delightfully crispy while the glaze adds a flavorful punch, finished with fresh chopped green onions for a vibrant garnish. It’s a quick and easy stovetop dish ideal for a healthy weeknight dinner.

Author: Matteo
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 22 minutes
Yield: 4 servings 1x
Category: Main Course
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American
Diet: Low Fat

Ingredients

Scale

Salmon

4 salmon fillets (skin-on)

Honey Garlic Glaze

¼ cup honey
2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
3 cloves garlic (minced)

Cooking

2 tablespoons olive oil
Chopped green onions (for garnish)

Instructions

Prepare the salmon: Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels to ensure a crispy skin. Season both sides lightly with salt if desired.
Heat the pan and sear the salmon: Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, place the salmon fillets skin-side down. Cook without moving for about 4-5 minutes until the skin is crispy and golden brown.
Flip the salmon: Carefully flip the salmon fillets and cook the other side for 2-3 minutes until the fish is almost cooked through.
Make the honey garlic glaze: Reduce heat to medium. Add the minced garlic to the pan and sauté briefly until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Stir in the honey and low-sodium soy sauce, letting the sauce bubble and thicken slightly for about 1-2 minutes.
Coat the salmon with glaze: Spoon the honey garlic sauce over the salmon fillets, allowing them to caramelize briefly without burning. Cook for an additional minute to blend flavors and finish cooking the salmon.
Serve: Remove the salmon from the skillet and place on serving plates. Garnish with chopped green onions and serve immediately for best texture and flavor.