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Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon with Tender Grilled Asparagus

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A quick and easy recipe featuring salmon fillets glazed with a sticky honey garlic sauce, paired with smoky grilled asparagus. Perfect for a flavorful and comforting weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 4 skin-on salmon fillets (about 6 oz / 170 g each)
  • 3 tablespoons honey (raw or wildflower preferred)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (low sodium recommended)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin or light)
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 bunch asparagus (about 1 lb / 450 g), trimmed
  • Optional: red chili flakes for heat
  • Optional: fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Rinse the salmon fillets and pat dry with paper towels. Trim the asparagus ends and set aside. (5 minutes)
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon olive oil to make the glaze. (3 minutes)
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Place salmon skin-side down and cook for 4-5 minutes without moving to crisp the skin.
  4. Flip the fillets and pour half the glaze over them. Cook another 3-4 minutes, spooning glaze over the top as it thickens until salmon flakes easily but remains moist inside. (10 minutes total cooking)
  5. While salmon cooks, toss asparagus with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Grill on a hot grill pan or outdoor grill, turning occasionally until tender and charred in spots, about 6-8 minutes. Alternatively, roast in a 425°F (220°C) oven for 10-12 minutes. (8-10 minutes)
  6. Plate the salmon with grilled asparagus on the side. Drizzle remaining glaze over everything. Garnish with red chili flakes or fresh parsley if desired. (2 minutes)

Notes

Keep an eye on the glaze thickness to prevent burning; lower heat if it darkens too fast and spoon frequently. Let salmon skin crisp fully before flipping for best texture. Fresh garlic can burn easily, so stir glaze constantly once in pan. Grilling asparagus evenly requires similar thickness spears and frequent turning. Rest salmon a couple of minutes after cooking to lock in juices.

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