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Honey Garlic Butter Baked Salmon
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Honey Garlic Butter Baked Salmon Recipe

Honey Garlic Butter Baked Salmon is tender, flaky, and coated in a rich sweet-and-savory glaze that melts in your mouth. Fresh garlic, golden honey, and buttery goodness create a glossy sauce that perfectly complements the salmon. This quick oven-baked recipe is elegant enough for guests yet easy enough for a weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 430
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 salmon fillets
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Line a baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
  3. Place salmon fillets skin-side down in the dish.
  4. In a bowl, whisk melted butter, honey, garlic, soy sauce, lemon juice, and paprika.
  5. Season salmon with salt and black pepper.
  6. Pour honey garlic butter mixture evenly over salmon.
  7. Bake for 12–15 minutes until salmon flakes easily with a fork.
  8. Spoon extra sauce from the pan over the salmon before serving.
  9. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use fresh salmon for the best flavor and texture.
  • Do not overbake to keep salmon moist.
  • Broil for 1–2 minutes at the end for a caramelized top.
  • Serve with steamed vegetables or rice for a complete meal.

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