Description
This Cajun honey butter salmon recipe features pan-seared salmon glazed with a sweet and spicy garlic butter sauce. It is a fast, flavor-packed dish perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets (6 ounces each, about 1 inch thick)
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
- Lemon slices
Instructions
- Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Sprinkle Cajun seasoning evenly over both sides of each fillet and rub gently to coat.
- Heat olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
- Place salmon fillets skin-side up and sear for 3 to 4 minutes, until the top is golden brown.
- Flip and cook for another 3 minutes, or until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. The internal temperature should reach 145°F.
- In a small bowl, whisk together melted butter, honey, garlic, Cajun seasoning, and lemon juice.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and pour half the sauce over the salmon during the final minute of cooking. Let it bubble and caramelize lightly.
- Remove from heat and spoon the remaining sauce over the top.
- Garnish with parsley and lemon slices before serving.
Notes
- For the best caramelization, do not overcrowd the pan; cook the salmon in batches if needed.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Seared
- Cuisine: American