Cajun Honey Butter Salmon
Juicy salmon fillets pan-seared to perfection, then smothered in a sweet, smoky Cajun honey butter sauce — a quick and flavorful dinner ready in under 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Pan-Seared
- Cuisine: Cajun/Creole-Inspired
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each, skin on or off)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Pat salmon dry with paper towels. Season with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place salmon skin-side down (if skin-on) and sear 4–5 minutes until crispy and golden. Flip and cook another 2–3 minutes. Remove salmon to a plate.
- Reduce heat to medium. In the same skillet, melt butter and stir in honey, garlic, and lemon juice. Cook 1–2 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Return salmon to skillet, spooning sauce over the fillets until coated and fully cooked.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
- Adjust Cajun seasoning for spice preference — mild or extra hot.
- Pairs perfectly with rice, mashed potatoes, or roasted veggies.
- To make it lighter, use half the butter and swap olive oil for searing.
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