Hot Honey Butter Salmon Recipe

This Hot Honey Butter Salmon Recipe features a sweet and savory dish that's easy to prepare and perfect for any occasion.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Servings: 4 fillets

Course: DINNER RECIPES

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Salmon

4 fillets boneless salmon provides a rich source of protein that pairs beautifully with flavors.
1 lemon sliced (into half-moons) adds brightness and balances the sweetness of the honey.

For the Honey Butter Sauce

2 tbsp unsalted butter melted, enriches the sauce with a creamy texture and enhances the flavors.
2 cloves garlic minced, gives depth and aroma that complements the salmon.
2 tbsp honey introduces a natural sweetness that harmonizes with the savory elements.
½ tsp dried parsley or 2 tsp fresh parsley, finely chopped, adds a lovely fresh herb note.
¼ tsp salt enhances all flavors and balances the sweetness.
¼ tsp pepper offers a subtle heat to round off the flavor.
pinch paprika provides a hint of smokiness that elevates the taste.

Equipment

Oven
Baking sheet
Small bowl
Whisk
parchment paper
brush

Method

Cooking Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). This step is essential to ensure your salmon bakes evenly and develops that beautiful, flaky texture.
Mix the honey butter sauce. In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, minced garlic, honey, dried parsley, salt, pepper, and paprika until fully combined.
Prepare the salmon fillets. Lay the salmon fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Use a brush to generously coat each fillet with the honey butter mixture.
Arrange the lemon slices around the salmon.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
Optional: Serve with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a vibrant touch.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 800mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

When making Hot Honey Butter Salmon, ensure your salmon is at room temperature before cooking and whisk the honey butter mixture thoroughly to avoid clumps of garlic. For enhanced flavor, marinate the salmon in the honey butter sauce for 30 minutes to an hour before baking. Monitor cooking time as it may vary based on fillet thickness.

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