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Cajun Honey Butter Salmon

Irresistible Cajun Honey Butter Salmon Ready in 25 Minutes

Enjoy a flavorful Cajun Honey Butter Salmon, bringing a spicy and sweet fusion to your dinner table in just 25 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 325

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon or thawed frozen salmon
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil can substitute with canola or vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun Seasoning adjust according to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to enhance flavors
For the Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Butter or margarine, but may alter flavor
  • 3 tablespoons Honey or maple syrup/agave nectar
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce use tamari for gluten-free
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced, or use garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice or substitute with lime juice
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley chopped
  • 2 pieces Lemon Wedges for serving
  • Black Sesame Seeds optional for garnish

Equipment

  • non-stick skillet
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by patting the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel to enhance crispiness. In a small bowl, drizzle the salmon with olive oil, ensuring it's well-coated. Generously rub the Cajun seasoning and salt over the fillets.
  2. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat for about 2 minutes. Place the seasoned salmon skin-side up in the skillet and sear for approximately 3 minutes until a golden crust forms. Carefully flip the fillets and continue cooking for an additional 2 minutes.
  3. In a separate saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter until bubbly, then stir in honey, soy sauce, and minced garlic. Allow this mixture to simmer for 2 minutes before removing it from heat and adding fresh lemon juice.
  4. Pour the honey butter sauce over the fillets in the skillet. Let it cook for another 3-5 minutes, spooning the sauce over the salmon frequently.
  5. Remove the salmon from the heat, transfer to a serving plate, garnish with parsley, add lemon wedges, and sprinkle with black sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 325kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 27gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgSugar: 7gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure to taste the sauce before serving to balance out flavors.

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