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Are you in search of a quick, flavorful, and healthy dinner option that will leave your taste buds dancing? Look no further than the Sweet & Savory Honey Garlic Salmon. This delightful dish combines the rich, buttery flavor of salmon with a mouthwatering marinade that brings together sweet honey, savory soy sauce, and aromatic garlic. Whether you’re a busy parent, a student, or simply someone who loves a delicious home-cooked meal, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.

Honey Garlic Salmon in Twenty Minutes

Discover the delicious and healthy Sweet & Savory Honey Garlic Salmon recipe that will elevate your dinner game. This quick and easy dish features tender salmon marinated in a delightful blend of sweet honey, savory soy sauce, aromatic garlic, and a hint of ginger. Perfect for any occasion, this recipe not only tantalizes your taste buds but also packs a nutritional punch with omega-3s and essential vitamins. Enjoy a meal that's both satisfying and straightforward to prepare!
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Ingredients
  

4 salmon fillets (skin-on or skinless)

1/4 cup honey

1/4 cup soy sauce (low sodium preferred)

3 cloves garlic, minced

2 tablespoons fresh ginger, grated

1 tablespoon rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)

1 tablespoon sesame oil

1 tablespoon olive oil

Salt and pepper to taste

Chopped green onions for garnish

Sesame seeds for garnish (optional)

Lemon wedges for serving

Instructions
 

Make the Marinade: In a mixing bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, rice vinegar, and sesame oil until well combined.

    Marinate the Salmon: Place the salmon fillets in a shallow dish or a resealable plastic bag. Pour the marinade over the salmon, making sure each fillet is well coated. Allow it to marinate for 10 minutes.

      Heat the Pan: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully add the salmon fillets to the pan, skin side down if applicable.

        Cook the Salmon: Sear the salmon for about 4-5 minutes without moving it, allowing a beautiful crust to form.

          Baste: Carefully flip the salmon fillets and spoon some of the remaining marinade from the pan over the top. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, allowing the salmon to absorb the flavors and cook through (internal temperature should reach 145°F).

            Serve: Remove the salmon from the pan and let it rest for a minute. Drizzle with any remaining pan sauce, garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds if desired, and serve with lemon wedges on the side.

              Prep Time: 5 minutes | Total Time: 20 minutes | Servings: 4