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Hot Honey Salmon

Savory Hot Honey Salmon for a Sweet and Spicy Dinner

Discover the irresistible flavors of Hot Honey Salmon, a sweet and spicy dish perfect for quick dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon Can substitute with trout, cod, or halibut.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with melted butter.
For the Glaze
  • 1/4 cup Honey Use agave syrup for a vegan option.
  • 2 tablespoons Hot Sauce Use Sriracha or a similar sauce.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can be used if preferred.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Smoked paprika enhances the flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Be careful not to over-salt.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground is best.
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Chopped, can substitute with cilantro.

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking sheet
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Prepare your baking sheet with parchment paper or grease lightly.
  2. Arrange salmon fillets skin-side down on the baking sheet, leaving space for even cooking.
  3. Drizzle olive oil over salmon fillets for an even coating.
  4. Season the fillets with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  5. In a bowl, mix honey and hot sauce until smooth. Adjust heat level to preference.
  6. Generously spoon the glaze over each salmon fillet.
  7. Bake for 12-15 minutes until salmon is opaque and flakes easily.
  8. Let salmon rest for a few minutes after removing from the oven.
  9. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgSugar: 15gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Pair with roasted vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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