Cajun Honey Butter Salmon 🍯🔥
Ingredients:
- 3 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For the honey butter glaze:
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Directions:
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Season the salmon fillets with Cajun seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper.
3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear the salmon fillets skin-side down for 3-4 minutes, then flip and sear for another 2 minutes. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 6-8 minutes until fully cooked.
4. While the salmon cooks, melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add honey, garlic, lemon juice, and Cajun seasoning. Stir well and simmer for 1-2 minutes until slightly thickened.
5. Remove the salmon from the oven and spoon the honey butter glaze generously over the fillets.
6. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Prep time: 10 min, Cooking time: 15 min, Servings: 3, 460 kcal per serving.