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Cajun Honey Butter Salmon

Cajun Honey Butter Salmon: Delightfully Spicy & Sweet Dinner!

Cajun Honey Butter Salmon is a delightful dish that combines spicy Cajun flavors with a sweet glaze, perfect for a quick and healthy dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 360
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon (skin on) Rich in omega-3 fatty acids
For the Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with canola or vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun Seasoning Adjust for your preferred heat level
  • to taste Salt Use sparingly if Cajun seasoning is salty
For the Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Unsalted recommended
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Maple syrup is an alternative
  • 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce Use tamari for gluten-free option
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) Garlic powder can be used as substitute
  • juice of ½ lemon Lemon Juice Essential for balancing flavors
Optional Garnishes
  • Fresh Parsley (chopped) Adds color and freshness
  • Lemon Wedges Enhances flavor
  • Black Sesame Seeds For visual appeal

Equipment

  • nonstick skillet
  • Saucepan
  • measuring spoons
  • paper towels

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by patting the salmon fillets dry with paper towels, drizzle olive oil over them, and sprinkle with Cajun seasoning and salt. Set aside.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat for about 2 minutes. Sear the salmon fillets skin-side up for about 3 minutes, then flip to cook skin-side down for an additional 2 minutes.
  3. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add honey, soy sauce, and minced garlic, mixing thoroughly. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened, then add lemon juice and set aside.
  4. Return salmon to skillet and pour the honey butter sauce over each fillet. Cook an additional 3-5 minutes, spooning sauce over fish regularly.
  5. Transfer dishes to plates, garnish with parsley and sesame seeds, and serve immediately with optional lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 360kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 40gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgSugar: 7gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure salmon fillets are well-dried before seasoning to achieve a perfect sear. Monitor cooking time for best results.

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