Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon is a sweet, and savory Asian seafood dish filled with the bursting flavor of garlic and honey. It is made with fresh salmon, honey, garlic, and basic seasoning powders. The recipe I have shared here shows you how to make Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon with easy step-by-step instructions for you to try and enjoy at home.
I have also shared a detailed video of this recipe to make the cooking process simple and clear. This Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon is one of the easy-to-make dishes that pairs well with brown rice and can be a perfect dish to serve with rice dishes such as white rice, basmati rice, brown rice for lunch and dinner.
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What is Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon?
Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon is a sweet, savory, and delicious Asian seafood dish. It is made with fresh salmon, garlic, honey, and basic seasoning powders. The salmon is seasoned with basic spice powder, pan-seared, and then glazed in super delicious honey garlic sauce.
This recipe requires only minimal ingredients but it is packed with so much flavor. Not only the flavor but salmon is also filled with omega-3 fatty acids that are healthy for your body. And the best part is you need only under 30 minutes to make this entire dish from scratch.
So if you looking for a Chinese restaurant-style dish to brighten your weeknight meal, then this is a must-try dish. I hope you will try and enjoy it with your family and friends.
Ingredients
The ingredients you will need to make this Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon are pretty simple. And it should be easily available in most grocery stores around. So let's see what are they below.
- Salmon - Fresh fillets work best for this recipe and you can use either farm-raised or wild-caught fish that is handy for you
- Seasonings Mix - Garlic powder, crushed peppercorn, paprika, and salt
- Garlic - Minced garlic gives a fresh aroma and taste to the dish
- Honey - Delivers the sweet and sticky glaze to the salmon
- Olive Oil - You can use the cooking oil of your choice but I have used olive oil here
- Chili Flakes - To add some heat, you can also use 1 tbsp of spicy hot sauces for the heat
- Sesame Seeds and Parsley - To garnish, I have added some sesame seeds and fresh parsley leaves. You can also use spring onions or cilantro leaves
How to make Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon?
The recipe I have shared here is a sweet and savory Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon with simple seasoning. I pan-fried the salmon and then glazed it with the honey garlic sauce. The dish will have moderate heat due to the paprika and chili flakes used in the recipe. I have also added tips to make this recipe in the oven in the variations section below.
Following are the high-level instructions for this recipe and for detailed step-by-step instructions with photos and video please check out the recipe card below.
- Prepare seasoning mix - In a glass bowl, add garlic powder, fresh peppercorn, paprika, and salt and mix well
- Rub the seasoning - Now add the seasoning mix to the salmon fillets and rub nicely. Make sure to coat it on all the sides
- Pan-sear the salmon - Now in a pan with medium heat, pour oil and add the salmon fillets. Fry the fillets for about 2 to 3 minutes on each side. Remove the salmon fillets and reserve them for later use
- Make Honey Garlic Sauce - Now in the same pan with the remaining oil, add garlic, and saute until it turns aromatic. Add in the 3 tbsp of honey, and chili flakes and give a good mix. Allow the honey garlic sauce to cook for 1 to 2 minutes
- Glaze the Salmon - Now add the fried salmon fillets and glaze them with honey garlic sauce
- Garnish and serve - Finally, garnish the honey garlic salmon with sesame seeds and fresh parsley. And now the delicious Honey Glazed Salmon is ready for you to taste and enjoy. Serve this Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon with roasted green beans, roasted broccoli, or rice of your choice
Tips
- For the best flavor and taste - The honey garlic sauce and the basic seasoning used for the salmon give the best taste and flavor to this dish
- Salmon - Always make sure to get fresh salmon which delivers juicy and fresh flavors to your dish. You can use either wild-caught or farm-raised salmon that's handy for you
- Skin-on or Skinless - I have used skin-on salmon fillets which deliver crispy skin that also help to flip off the fillet easily. But skin-less salmon fillets can be also used to achieve similar results
- Temperature - For pan-searing, always make sure to keep the heat medium and place the fillets once the oil reaches moderate heat. This helps the fillets to cook evenly without sticking to the bottom
- Non-stick or cast iron - Good brand non-stick or well-seasoned cast-iron pan can be used to make perfectly glazed salmon
- Cooking Salmon - Do not overcook the salmon which may turn hard and dry. And I would suggest cooking the fillets for about 2 to 3 minutes on each side or until the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees Fahrenheit
- Honey Garlic Sauce - Even though I have glazed the pan-seared salmon with honey garlic sauce, you can also marinate the fresh salmon with sauce and bake it in the oven
Variations
- Spicy and Savory Sauces - You can also use chili sauce, soy sauce, or hoisin sauce to make a spicy and savory taste and flavor
- Bake it in the oven - Make honey garlic sauce and coat the seasoned salmon with the sauce and bake it in the preheated oven at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for upto10 to 15 minutes. You can also broil the salmon for the final 2 minutes to achieve a charred and smoky flavor
- Add in Orange - You can also use orange slices instead of lemon for a different flavor and taste
Storage Suggestions
This Honey Glazed Salmon tastes great as soon as it is prepared. But you can store the leftovers in the refrigerator in a closed container for up to 2 days.
Serving Suggestions
Serve this delicious seafood with roasted asparagus, roasted green beans, roasted broccoli, along with rice dishes such as white rice, basmati rice, brown rice or other similar dishes of your choice.
Related Recipes
You can also find similar salmon recipes below and more at seafood recipes.
- Teriyaki Salmon
- Garlic Butter Baked Salmon
- Grilled Salmon
- Pan Seared Salmon
- Air Fryer Salmon
- Pan Fried Salmon
- Fish Tandoori
- Fish Fry
- Salmon Pasta
- Honey Glazed Carrots
- Honey Garlic Chicken
- Honey Garlic Shrimp
Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon Recipe video
I have also shared a detailed video of this Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon Recipe below that I hope will help you to make a delicious seafood meal at home. And you could also find this recipe in story format.
📖 Recipe
Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon
Ingredients
- 2 Salmon Fillets
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder
- ½ tsp Peppercorn, crushed
- 1 tsp Paprika
- ½ tsp Salt
- 2 tbsp Garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- 3 tbsp Honey
- 1 tbsp Chili Flakes
- 2 slice Lemon
- 1 tsp Sesame Seeds
- 1 tsp Parsley, to garnish
Instructions
To Make Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon
- In a glass bowl, add garlic powder, crushed peppercorn, paprika, salt, and mix well
- Now add the seasoning mix to the salmon fillets and rub nicely. Make sure to coat it on all the sides
- Now in a pan with medium heat, pour oil and add the salmon fillets
- Fry the fillets for about 2 to 3 minutes on each side
- Remove the salmon fillets and reserve them for later use
- Now in the same pan with the remaining oil, add garlic and saute until it turns aromatic
- Add in the 3 tbsp of honey, chili flakes, and lemon slices, and give a good mix. Allow the honey garlic sauce to cook for 1 to 2 minutes
- Now add the fried salmon fillets and glaze them with honey garlic sauce
- Finally, garnish the honey garlic salmon with sesame seeds and fresh parsley. And now the delicious Honey Glazed Salmon is ready for you to taste and enjoy
To Serve
- Serve this Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon with roasted green beans, roasted broccoli, roasted asparagus, or rice of your choice
Video
Notes
- For the best flavor taste - The honey garlic sauce and the basic seasoning used for the salmon give the best taste and flavor to this dish
- Salmon - Always get fresh salmon which delivers juicy and fresh flavors to your dish. You can use either wild-caught or farm-raised salmon that's handy for you
- Skin-on or Skinless - I have used skin-on salmon fillets which deliver crispy skin that also help to flip off the fillet easily. But skin-less salmon fillets can be also used to achieve similar results
- Temperature - For pan-searing, always make sure to keep the heat medium and place the fillets once the oil reaches moderate heat. This helps the fillets to cook evenly without sticking to the bottom
- Non-stick or cast iron - Good brand non-stick or well-seasoned cast-iron pan can be used to make perfectly glazed salmon
- Cooking Salmon - Do not overcook the salmon which may turn hard and dry. And I would suggest cooking the fillets for about 2 to 3 minutes on each side or until the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees Fahrenheit
- Honey Garlic Sauce - Even though I have glazed the pan-seared salmon with honey garlic sauce, you can also marinate the fresh salmon with sauce and bake it in the oven
Nutrition
FAQ
Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon is a sweet, savory, and delicious seafood dish. It is made with fresh salmon, garlic, honey, and basic seasoning powders. The salmon is seasoned with basic spice powder, pan-seared, and then glazed in super delicious honey garlic sauce.
Paprika, chili flakes, crushed peppercorns, and garlic powder are the basic seasoning powders that taste great for salmon. Foe simple seasoning you can also use lemon juice, black pepper powder, and salt.
Yes, you can make it in the air fryer.
Yes, you can bake this honey-glazed salmon in foil. To make that, prepare the honey garlic sauce in the pan and place the seasoned salmon in the foil. Coat the salmon with the honey garlic sauce and wrap the foil. Now bake the salmon in preheated oven at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for about 15 minutes.
I hope you enjoyed the recipe that I have shared here and I would love to hear from you on how it turned out for you. Please let me know.
If you have any other questions, feel free to post them in the comment section below and I will try to get back to you as soon as possible.
Happy Cooking!
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