Cajun Honey Butter Salmon
This Cajun Honey Butter Salmon offers a bold spicy flavor with a sweet honey butter glaze, delivering a quick, flavorful dish ideal for impressive weeknight dinners.
Equipment
- 1 nonstick skillet
- 1 small saucepan
- 1 Spoon for basting the salmon
- 1 plate for serving
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets about 6 ounces each, skin on
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- Salt to taste
- 4 tablespoons butter melted
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
- Lemon wedges for serving
- Black sesame seeds optional garnish
Instructions
- Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels to help the seasoning stick and ensure a crispy crust.
- Rub each salmon fillet with olive oil, then evenly sprinkle Cajun seasoning and a pinch of salt on all sides.
- Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Place the salmon skin-side up and sear without moving for 3 minutes.
- Flip the salmon so the skin side is down and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add honey, soy sauce, and minced garlic, stirring and simmering for 2-3 minutes until glossy.
- Remove the sauce from heat and stir in lemon juice for brightness.
- Pour the honey butter sauce over the salmon in the skillet and spoon it over the fillets while cooking for 3-5 more minutes until the fish is opaque and flaky.
- Transfer salmon to a serving plate, drizzle with remaining sauce, sprinkle with parsley and optional black sesame seeds.
- Serve with lemon wedges for a fresh, tangy contrast.
Notes
- Reduce Cajun seasoning for milder spice.
- Use unsalted butter to control sodium.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.