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Cajun Honey Butter Salmon

Cajun Honey Butter Salmon: Quick, Flavorful Dinner Bliss

Experience the bold flavors of Cajun Honey Butter Salmon, a quick and delicious dinner option ready in just 25 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon Fillets Skin-on for extra taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can be swapped with canola or vegetable oil.
For the Spice Mix
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun Seasoning Pre-made blends save preparation time.
  • to taste Salt Adjust based on seasoning blend.
For the Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Adds creamy richness.
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Maple syrup is a great alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce Use low-sodium for a lighter option.
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) Fresh garlic is recommended.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed is best.
For Garnishing
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley (chopped) Adds freshness and color.
  • 2 Lemon Wedges Essential for serving.
  • Black Sesame Seeds Optional garnish.

Equipment

  • nonstick skillet
  • saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels, rub with olive oil and coat with Cajun seasoning, sprinkle with salt, then set aside.
  2. Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Place salmon fillets skin-side up and sear for 3 minutes until golden, then flip and cook for 2 more minutes.
  3. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add honey, soy sauce, and minced garlic, stirring to blend, then simmer for 2-3 minutes and add lemon juice.
  4. Pour the honey butter sauce over salmon and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes, basting frequently until fully cooked.
  5. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 25gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 900mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, cook salmon until it reaches 145°F (63°C).

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