Honey Glazed Salmon
Easy 20-minute honey glazed salmon recipe with garlic and soy glaze—delicious!
Ingredients
For the Salmon:
- 4 salmon fillets 7 oz each, skin on or off
- 2 tsp sea salt
- 2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tsp garlic powder
For the Honey Glaze:
- ½ cup salted butter or olive oil for dairy-free option
- 5 cloves garlic minced
- ½ cup honey you can reduce to ⅓ cup for less sweetness
- ¼ cup soy sauce or Tamari for gluten-free option
- Tip: Use fresh garlic—it makes a big difference in flavor and balances the honey perfectly.
Instructions
Preheat Your Oven
- Set your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil to make cleanup a breeze.
- Want more caramelization? A foil-lined pan will help the glaze brown more quickly than parchment.
Make the Honey Garlic Glaze
- In a small saucepan over medium-high heat, melt the butter (or warm the olive oil). Add:
- Minced garlic
- Honey
- Soy sauce
- Whisk together and bring to a gentle simmer. Let it bubble for about 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it slightly thickens. The sauce will continue to thicken as it cools.
Prepare the Salmon
- Place the salmon fillets skin-side down on the lined baking sheet. Sprinkle each piece with:
- ½ tsp sea salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Rub the seasoning gently into the flesh for even coverage.
Glaze the Fish
- Spoon the warm honey glaze generously over each fillet. Use a brush or the back of your spoon to spread it evenly, making sure the tops and sides are fully coated.
- Don’t skip this step—this is what gives the salmon its rich, caramelized finish.
Bake
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12–14 minutes, or until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. For extra caramelization, broil the salmon on high for the last 1–2 minutes, but watch closely to avoid burning the sugars.
Plate and Serve
- Once the salmon is done, remove from the oven and let it rest for 2 minutes. Spoon any remaining glaze from the pan over the fillets before serving.