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Cajun Honey Butter Salmon

Cajun Honey Butter Salmon: Quick, Bold Flavor at Home

Experience the vibrant flavors of Cajun Honey Butter Salmon, a quick and delicious dish that transforms a weeknight meal into a gourmet experience.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon Fillets Opt for skin-on fillets.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Can substitute with canola or vegetable oil.
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun Seasoning Adjust according to spice preference.
  • to taste Salt Use to enhance flavors.
For the Honey Butter Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Forms the base of the sauce.
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Balances the Cajun spice.
  • 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce Contributes umami flavor.
  • 2 cloves Garlic (Minced) Enhances the sauce.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Provides zesty acidity.
For Garnish & Serving
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley (Chopped) Adds pop of color.
  • 2 Lemon Wedges For serving.
  • 1 tablespoon Black Sesame Seeds Garnish for visual appeal.

Equipment

  • nonstick skillet
  • Saucepan
  • spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel, rub with olive oil, and season with Cajun seasoning and salt. Set aside.
  2. Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Sear salmon fillets skin-side up for 3 minutes, then flip and cook for another 2 minutes skin-side down.
  3. In a separate saucepan, melt butter over low heat, then whisk in honey, soy sauce, and minced garlic. Simmer for 2 minutes and stir in lemon juice.
  4. Pour honey butter sauce over the salmon and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes, basting regularly until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily.
  5. Transfer salmon to a serving platter, garnish with parsley and sesame seeds, serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure salmon is patted dry for a crispy sear. Adjust cooking times for desired doneness.

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