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Baked Honey Garlic Salmon Recipe Easy 5-Step Dinner Idea

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A quick and easy baked honey garlic salmon recipe that delivers a sweet and savory glaze, perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. Moist, tender salmon with a caramelized honey garlic sauce that pleases the whole family.

Ingredients

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  • 4 salmon fillets, 6 ounces each, skin-on (wild-caught preferred)
  • 3 tablespoons honey (raw or any honey)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced fresh
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Optional garnish: chopped fresh parsley or green onions

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, olive oil, and lemon juice until smooth and glossy. Warm honey if stiff for easier mixing.
  3. Arrange salmon fillets skin-side down in the baking dish. Pat dry with paper towels and season lightly with freshly ground black pepper.
  4. Brush or spoon the honey garlic sauce generously over each fillet, reserving some sauce for basting halfway through baking.
  5. Bake uncovered for 12-15 minutes, depending on fillet thickness. At about 7 minutes, brush the fillets with the reserved sauce.
  6. Check doneness by gently pressing the salmon with a fork; it should flake easily and look opaque. Add a minute or two if needed but avoid overcooking.
  7. Remove from oven and let rest for a couple of minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley or green onions if desired and serve immediately.

Notes

Pat salmon dry before applying sauce to help glaze stick better. Brush sauce twice during baking for a sticky, caramelized finish. Avoid overcooking to keep salmon moist. Use low sodium soy sauce to control saltiness. Fresh garlic is essential for best flavor. For gluten-free, substitute soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos. Optionally add crushed red pepper flakes or fresh herbs for variations.

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