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Decadent Honey Butter Glazed Salmon with golden crust and fresh lemon

Decadent Honey Butter Glazed Salmon: Your Festive Holiday Main

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Elevate your holiday table with this show-stopping Honey Butter Glazed Salmon! Perfectly baked salmon fillets are coated in a rich, sweet, and savory glaze that caramelizes beautifully, creating a tender, flaky main dish that’s bursting with festive flavors. It’s incredibly easy to prepare, making it the ideal elegant yet low-stress centerpiece for your Christmas dinner or any special occasion gathering. This recipe promises a melt-in-your-mouth experience that will impress every guest.

  • Total Time: 33 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 (6 oz / 170g) salmon fillets, skin on or off
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
  • Fresh parsley or dill, chopped, for garnish (optional)
  • Lemon wedges, for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels; this helps them achieve a better texture.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, honey, minced garlic, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt, and pepper until well combined. This is your luscious honey butter glaze.
  3. Place the dried salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet. Spoon about half of the honey butter glaze evenly over the top of each salmon fillet, ensuring a generous coating.
  4. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. Cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of your fillets. During the last 5 minutes of baking, baste the salmon with the remaining glaze to build layers of flavor and a beautiful caramelized finish.
  5. Once baked, remove the salmon from the oven. For an extra golden crust, you can briefly broil for 1-2 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley or dill and serve immediately with fresh lemon wedges, if desired.

Notes

For best results, use fresh, high-quality salmon fillets. Wild-caught salmon tends to be leaner and has a richer flavor. You can prepare the glaze up to a day in advance and store it in the refrigerator; gently rewarm before use. This salmon pairs wonderfully with roasted asparagus, creamy mashed potatoes, or a festive rice pilaf. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

  • Author: Fork Haven
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 18 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Festive Holiday

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 fillet
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 320mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 13g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 29g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg

Find it online: https://forkhaven.com/honey-butter-glazed-salmon-recipe/

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