Honey Salmon

Glazed salmon fillet topped with sesame seeds on a wooden cutting board
A glossy, honey-crusted salmon fillet

Honey-coated salmon brings together tender, buttery fish and a glossy caramelized glaze that balances sweetness with just a tiny bit of heat from the red pepper, creating a savory finish. As the honey melts into the warm fillet, it creates a golden crust that pairs beautifully with cracked pepper, fresh herbs, and a hint of garlic. Elegant enough for a dinner party yet simple enough for a weeknight meal, this dish delivers rich flavor, vibrant color, and irresistible aroma in every bite.

Ingredients

  • One full Salmon fillet
  • 3 tablespoons of butter
  • 2 tablespoons of Old Bay seasoning
  • 2 cloves of garlic, pressed or grated
  • ¼ cup of minced parsley
  • ¼ cup honey
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon of Korean Red Pepper powder

Process

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. Whisk Old Bay seasoning, honey, parsley, garlic, ¼ teaspoon salt, and both peppers in a small bowl.
  3. Put the salmon fillet on an ungreased baking sheet, skin side up. Pat dry with paper towels.
  4. Sprinkle ½ teaspoon of salt on the skin. Turn the salmon over, and pat dry with paper towels.
  5. Brush the honey mix over the fillet. Cut the butter into small pieces and place them on the salmon.
  6. Bake for 18–23 minutes, or until an instant-read thermometer reads 145°F inside.

08/31/26

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