Crispy Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon Recipe
Pan-seared salmon with a perfectly crispy crust, coated in a sweet and savory honey garlic glaze — a quick weeknight dinner that feels restaurant-worthy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Pan-Seared
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each, skin on or off)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (or butter)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1/3 cup honey
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water (optional, for thickening)
- Fresh parsley or green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Season with 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 golden and crispy. Flip and cook another 2–3 minutes until salmon is nearly cooked through. Remove salmon to a plate.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Add honey, soy sauce, garlic, and lemon juice. Stir and let simmer 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened. (Add cornstarch slurry if you want a thicker glaze.)
- Return salmon to the skillet, spooning glaze over the top. Cook 1–2 minutes until salmon is fully cooked and coated in the sauce.
- Garnish with parsley or green onions and serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
- Serve over rice, quinoa, or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
- For a spicier version, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or sriracha to the glaze.
- Works well with chicken breasts or shrimp too.
