Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon

Ingredients

• 1/3 cup honey
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• Optional garnish: sesame seeds, sliced green onions, or fresh parsley

Instructions

1. 1

   Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper.

2. 2

   In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, and rice vinegar until smooth. Set aside.

3. 3

   Heat the olive oil in a large non-stick or cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil shimmers, carefully place the salmon fillets skin-side down (if using skin-on) or presentation-side down.

4. 4

   Cook for 4-5 minutes without moving them, until the bottom is deeply golden and crispy. Flip the fillets gently with a spatula.

5. 5

   Reduce the heat to medium. Add the minced garlic to the pan and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

6. 6

   Pour in the prepared honey-soy mixture and add the butter. Let the sauce bubble and reduce for 2-3 minutes, spooning it over the salmon as it thickens. The glaze should coat the back of a spoon.

7. 7

   Once the salmon is cooked through (it should flake easily with a fork and reach an internal temperature of 125°F to 130°F for medium), remove the pan from heat.

8. 8

   Let the salmon rest in the pan for 1-2 minutes, allowing the glaze to set. Transfer to plates and drizzle any remaining pan sauce on top. Garnish with sesame seeds, sliced green onions, or fresh parsley if desired.