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Cajun Honey Butter Salmon

Cajun Honey Butter Salmon: A Sweet and Spicy Family Favorite

This Cajun Honey Butter Salmon is a quick and flavorful family favorite, combining spicy heat and sweet silkiness in just 25 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon Fillets Skin-on recommended for flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with canola or vegetable oil.
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun Seasoning Adjust to your heat preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Use generously, tasting as you go.
For the Honey Butter Sauce
  • 1 stick Butter Helps create a silky glaze.
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Balances the heat with sweetness.
  • 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce Adds rich savory flavor.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh minced for best flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Brightens the sauce.
For Serving
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Chopped for garnish.
  • 1 Lemon Wedges Serve for extra zest.
  • 1 tablespoon Black Sesame Seeds For garnish.

Equipment

  • Nonstick skillet
  • small saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Rub with olive oil, then season with Cajun seasoning and salt. Set aside.
  2. Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Place salmon fillets skin-side up and cook for about 3 minutes until golden.
  3. Flip the salmon fillets to skin-side down and cook for another 2 minutes, ensuring crispy skin.
  4. Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add honey, soy sauce, and garlic, stirring until combined. Let it simmer for 3-4 minutes.
  5. Once the sauce thickens, stir in lemon juice and set aside.
  6. Pour the honey-butter sauce over the salmon and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes, spooning sauce over fillets regularly.
  7. Check for doneness by ensuring an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
  8. Remove salmon from skillet, garnish with parsley, serve with lemon wedges and sprinkle sesame seeds on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 30gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure salmon fillets are dried for a perfect crust. Use a food thermometer for doneness. A nonstick skillet is recommended for even cooking.

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