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The final, finished Spicy Honey Garlic Salmon in a white serving dish with a thick, caramelized glaze. It is garnished with chopped fresh green onions, toasted sesame seeds, and small lemon wedges.
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5 from 54 votes

Spicy Honey Garlic Salmon

This Spicy Honey Garlic Salmon features pan-seared fillets glazed in a sticky, sweet, and savory sauce. Ready in just 22 minutes, it’s a high-protein, one-pan meal perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time7 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time22 minutes
Course: Entree, Main Dish
Cuisine: Asian
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Mariam Ezzeddine

Ingredients

  • 4 8 oz salmon fillets center cuts
  • 1 tbsp olive oil light tasting
  • 1 tsp. smoked paprika or normal paprika
  • 1 tsp. garlic powder
  • ¾ tsp. fresh ground black pepper more or less to taste
  • ½ tsp. cayenne pepper more or less to taste

The Sauce

  • 3 tbsps. honey
  • 4 cloves garlic minced or chopped
  • 1 tbsp. rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp. onion powder
  • ⅓ cup water or broth
  • ⅓ cup soy sauce Low-sodium
  • ½ tsp. chili flakes more or less to taste
  • 1 tbsp. sesame oil
  • 2 tsps corn starch
  • 1 tsp. ginger powder

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 bowl, whisk the paprika, garlic powder, pepper, and cayenne; season both sides of the fillets thoroughly.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk all the "Sauce" ingredients. Set aside for cooking.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Place salmon in the pan and sear for 4 minutes undisturbed. Flip and cook for an additional 4 minutes.
  • Pour in the prepared sauce. Simmer for 2–3 minutes, basting the salmon frequently as the liquid reduces into a thick lacquer.
  • Remove from heat and garnish with sesame seeds, chopped green onion, and lemon wedges before serving.

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Notes

  • Make sure to pat the fillets dry with a paper towel, to remove excess water for the perfect crispy exterior. 
  • When searing, leave the salmon alone for the full 4 minutes before flipping. If you try to flip it too early, it will stick and tear.

Nutrition

Calories: 462kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 48g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 125mg | Sodium: 1194mg | Potassium: 1278mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 1142IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 54mg | Iron: 3mg