Honey Glazed Salmon
Introduction
Honey Glazed Salmon is a perfect combination of sweet, savory, and slightly spicy flavors, with a sticky glaze that clings to tender, flaky salmon. This dish is elegant enough for dinner guests yet simple enough for a weeknight meal. The salmon is pan-seared for a crispy exterior, finished in the oven for a perfectly cooked interior, and paired with lightly sautéed broccoli and fluffy rice. The honey, soy sauce, and garlic glaze gives it a rich, comforting flavor that will fill your kitchen with an irresistible aroma.
Ingredients
Salmon & Seasoning
- 1 ½ lbs salmon fillets (≈ 680 g), 4 pieces, skin on or off
- ¼ tsp smoked paprika
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp mustard powder
- ¼ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp peanut oil (or olive oil)
Honey Glaze Sauce
- ½ cup beef broth (≈ 120 ml)
- ½ cup chicken broth (≈ 120 ml)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 3 tbsp honey
- 3 tbsp packed brown sugar
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp hot sauce (optional)
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- Pinch red pepper flakes
Broccoli
- 2 cups broccoli florets (≈ 200 g)
- 1–2 tbsp peanut oil (or vegetable oil)
For Serving
- 3 cups cooked rice, any kind
Directions
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