Sticky Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Salt, to taste
• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 1/3 cup honey
• 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon cold water
• 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
• 2 green onions, thinly sliced (for garnish)

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat the salmon fillets completely dry with paper towels. This is crucial for crispy skin. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper.

2. 2

   In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, low-sodium soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, rice vinegar, and sesame oil to create the glaze.

3. 3

   In a separate tiny bowl, mix the cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of cold water until completely smooth to make a slurry. Set aside.

4. 4

   Heat the olive oil in a large, oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is shimmering, carefully place the salmon fillets skin-side down. Sear for 3-4 minutes without moving them, until the skin is golden and crisp.

5. 5

   Gently flip the fillets and cook for 1 more minute on the other side.

6. 6

   Pour the prepared honey garlic sauce into the skillet around the salmon. Let it bubble for 30-60 seconds.

7. 7

   Give the cornstarch slurry a quick re-stir and pour it into the skillet. Continue to stir the sauce gently as it bubbles, and watch it thicken into a glossy glaze within a minute.

8. 8

   Spoon some of the thickened glaze over the top of each salmon fillet. Transfer the entire skillet to the preheated oven.

9. 9

   Bake for 5-7 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. The internal temperature should reach 145°F (63°C).

10. 10

    Remove from the oven and let it rest for a minute. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions before serving.