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Posted August 26, 2020 By Mariam E. 7 Comments

Spicy Honey Garlic Salmon

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Make a quick and delicious dinner with these Spicy Salmon fillets! Nutrient packed salmon are seasoned, pan seared, and cooked in a sweet, spicy honey garlic glaze for an unforgettable dinner you can make any night of the week. 

Four spicy honey garlic salmon pieces with lime wedges in a cast ion skillet.

This sweet and Spicy Salmon recipe with a honey garlic glaze packs all the flavor you want in a healthy recipe! This pan seared salmon cooks quickly with a spicy honey garlic cause perfect for a fast weeknight meal that can be served with a number of different sides. 

If you're looking other delicious and easy salmon recipes, why not also try my Citrus Salmon Skewers or my Spicy Salmon Salad Recipe!

Why you'll love this Spicy Salmon recipe

  • An easy and quick salmon recipe. This Spicy Salmon takes about 20 minutes to make and uses one pan to cook everything up. Nothing beats that!
  • Great for meal prep. Quickly make lunches for the week ahead. Pack them with a side of rice and veggies for a complete meal perfect for keeping you full and focused at work.
  • Packed with flavor. The salmon is seasoned with paprika, garlic and onion powder, then smothered in a deliciously sweet, savory and spicy sauce - so good!

Ingredients you'll need

  • Salmon Fillets- Four fresh 8 oz pieces of salmon are the base of this recipe.
  • Seasoning- Smoked paprika, garlic powder, ground black pepper, and cayenne pepper season the salmon fillets.
  • Sauce- A spicy honey glaze with honey, garlic, water soy sauce, chili flakes, and olive oil finish these salmon fillets off. 

How to make this Spicy Salmon recipe

  • Season - Coat the sliced salmon/salmon fillets in the dry rub ingredients, on both sides.
4 raw salmon fillets on a cutting board.
  • Cook the salmon - In a 12 inch skillet, sear the salmon for 5 mins then flip and sear the other side.
A cast iron skillet with 4 salmon fillets cooking on a blue counter.
  • Add the sauce - Pour in the sauce mix to the skillet and cook for 2-3 mins.
  • Remove, garnish, serve and enjoy!

Recipe notes and tips

  • Ideally go for wild salmon, for flavor and sustainability. Wild salmon looks orange in color whereas farmed salmon is pale orange in color.
  • Make sure to pat the fillets dry with a paper towel, to remove excess water. This promotes an even cook and stops splattering from the oil.
  • You can remove the skin if you want to keep it on the healthier side.
  • When searing the salmon, don't move it around until you're ready to flip it. If you move it too soon it's likely to stick and tear.
  • Garnish with sesame seeds, chopped green onions, and lemon wedges. 
  • Feel free to enhance the flavor of salmon by topping with fresh herbs such as parsley, basil, or cilantro.
  • Add some breadcrumb topping for your salmon to give it a different texture.
  • You can also bake the Spicy Salmon in the oven at 400°F for 8 minutes, uncovered.
A close up of three salmon fillets cooking in a cast iron skillet on a blue counter.

FAQ's

Is salmon good for you?

Salmon is a nutrient dense food. Loaded with antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals this fish offers many nutritional benefits to your diet. Salmon contains B vitamins, is high in Omega-3 fatty acids, and is also considered low calorie with low saturated fat. 

What goes well with this Spicy Salmon?

Many different sides pair well with these salmon fillets. Some of my favorite veggies to serve salmon with are asparagus, broccoli, or a fresh side salad. You can also serve salmon with roasted Brussel sprouts or oven roasted carrots.

Salmon also compliments grains such as rice, quinoa, and farro. If you are looking to make your recipe Whole 30 or low carb try using a cauliflower rice instead. For a more carb heavy side, serve the salmon with a pasta such as a lemon garlic pasta.

How do I know when my salmon is done?

There are a few ways to know your salmon is cooked through. The USDA recommends an internal temperature of 145°F. Use a meat thermometer to check your salmon during cooking to see if the thickest part has reached this temperature. Another way to tell if the salmon is fully cooked is by testing how well the salmon will 'give'. This means when you put a fork to it, will the salmon flake off? If it flakes off it's ready.

Which sides go well with this salmon recipe?

These Spicy Salmon fillets go great with a variety of sides, for a delicious and balanced meal. here's some ideas:

  • Smashed Sweet Potatoes with Herbs and Garlic
  • Avocado Corn Salad
  • Oven Roasted Parmesan Herbed Potatoes
  • Avocado Mango Salad
  • Caribbean Jerk Fish Bowl
A meal prep box with spicy honey garlic salmon, rice, and broccoli.

Other spicy recipes you might like

  • Spicy Baked Zucchini Fries
  • Lebanese Spicy Potatoes (Batata Harra)
  • Spicy Chicken Chipotle Pasta
  • Spicy Teriyaki Chicken with Broccoli

I hope you enjoy all the recipes I share with you, including this delicious Spicy Salmon recipe. I hope you try it, enjoy it, rate it and share it with your friends and family!

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Spicy Honey Garlic Salmon fillets

Spicy Honey Garlic Salmon

These sweet and spicy fillets pan sear to perfection for a quick and healthy dinner recipe.
5 from 4 votes
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Course: Entree, Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 7 minutes
Cook Time: 13 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 432kcal
Author: Mariam E.

Ingredients

  • 4 8 oz Salmon Fillets skin off
  • 1 tsp. Olive Oil

Salmon Seasoning

  • 1 Tbsp. Smoked Paprika
  • 1 tsp. Garlic Powder
  • 2 tsp. Fresh Ground Black Pepper
  • 1 tsp. Cayenne Pepper

Sauce

  • 2 Tbsp. Honey
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced or chopped
  • 2 Tbsp. Water
  • ½ c. Soy Sauce Low-sodium
  • 1 tsp. Chili Flakes
  • 1 Tbsp. Olive Oil
  • 1 tsp. corn starch

Garnishes

  • Green Onion optional
  • Toasted Sesame Seeds optional
  • Lemon wedges optional

Instructions

  • Remove the skin from the salmon. Slice them into 8 oz pieces and pat them dry.
  • In a small bowl stir together paprika, garlic powder, fresh ground pepper, and cayenne pepper. Season both sides of the salmon with this seasoning.
  • In small bowl or cup mix together honey, garlic, water, soy sauce, chili flakes, and olive oil to make the sauce. Set aside for cooking.
  • Heat a 12 inch skillet or cast iron pan over medium heat. Add 1 Tbsp of olive oil. Place the salmon in the pan and sear for 5 minutes without moving. Flip and cook on the other side for 5 minutes.
  • After 5 minutes, pour the sauce into the pan and let the sauce and salmon cook together 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce thickens.
  • Remove from the heat and serve the salmon. Garnish with sesame seeds, chopped green onion, and lemon wedges.

Notes

  • Ideally go for wild salmon, for flavor and sustainability. Wild salmon looks orange in color whereas farmed salmon is pale orange in color.
  • Make sure to pat the fillets dry with a paper towel, to remove excess water. This promotes an even cook and stops splattering from the oil.
  • You can remove the skin if you want to keep it on the healthier side.
  • When searing the salmon, don't move it around until you're ready to flip it. If you move it too soon it's likely to stick and tear.
  • Garnish with sesame seeds, chopped green onions, and lemon wedges. 
  • Feel free to enhance the flavor of salmon by topping with fresh herbs such as parsley, basil, or cilantro.
  • Add some breadcrumb topping for your salmon to give it a different texture.
  • You can also bake the Spicy Salmon in the oven at 400°F for 8 minutes, uncovered.

Nutrition

Calories: 432kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 49g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 125mg | Sodium: 1777mg | Potassium: 1334mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 2789IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 51mg | Iron: 4mg
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  1. AvatarHeather says

    May 21, 2020 at 9:33 am

    5 stars
    This recipe was AMAZING!!! This will be one of my go-to salmon recipes. The rub is delicious and flavorful. It would be excellent on other meats too. My picky family even enjoyed this dish. I did cut the cayenne pepper in the rub down to 1/8 tsp, and the chili flakes in the sauce down to 1/8 tsp. That was plenty of heat for us, and still delicious.

    Reply
    • Mariam E.Mariam E. says

      May 21, 2020 at 12:03 pm

      Hi Heather!
      Thank you so much for the rating and review. I am glad you enjoyed it with your family and were able to customize it to your liking.

      Reply
  2. AvatarSASH says

    June 26, 2020 at 11:15 am

    5 stars
    TASTY!

    Reply
  3. AvatarShard says

    December 14, 2020 at 9:22 pm

    I really love this recipe! it's so easy. I save the seasoning and sauce so I can make 1 salmon at a time throughout the week, so it's fresh every time. Gotta say though, I love a good peppa sauce with my food, but 1 tsp of chilli flakes has my mouth on fire! recommend bringing it down to half a tsp or less.

    Reply
    • Mariam E.Mariam E. says

      December 15, 2020 at 8:39 pm

      Hi Shard!
      Sorry it was too spicy for ya! Feel free to always adjust the chili flakes or any other spices you feel might be too much in the recipe. I am a heavy spice eater haha!

      Reply
  4. Avatarclaire says

    December 18, 2020 at 4:12 am

    It’s super yummy but the saltiness is a bit over the top for me! Any suggestions on how to make it work while using less soy sauce?

    Reply
    • Mariam E.Mariam E. says

      December 21, 2020 at 8:20 am

      Hi Claire,
      Did you use low-sodium soy sauce? You can use 1/4 cup instead, and add 1/4 cup vegetable broth, add 1 tbsp. more honey or brown sugar, a 1/2 tsp. more of the corn flour if you want a thicker sauce.

      Reply

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