Description
This Hot Honey Salmon recipe combines the sweetness of honey with a spicy kick, creating a flavorful glaze that perfectly complements the tender salmon. Baked to perfection, this dish is easy to make and sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon:
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
Hot Honey Glaze:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1–2 tablespoons hot sauce (like sriracha or your favorite hot sauce)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Garnish:
- Lemon slices and chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Prepare the glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, hot sauce, soy sauce, lemon juice, minced garlic, and smoked paprika.
- Season the salmon: Season the salmon fillets with salt and black pepper on both sides.
- Glaze the salmon: Place the fillets skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet and brush generously with the hot honey glaze.
- Bake the salmon: Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- Broil for caramelization: For extra caramelization, broil the salmon for an additional 1–2 minutes at the end.
- Final touches: Remove from the oven and spoon any remaining glaze over the top. Garnish with lemon slices and fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Adjust the heat level by adding more or less hot sauce to your taste.
- Serve with rice, roasted veggies, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
