Cajun Honey Butter Salmon
A delightful dish combining bold Cajun flavors with sweet honey and butter, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Salmon
- 4 pieces salmon fillets (skin-on, about 6 oz each)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil For cooking
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning blend To season
- to taste pinch Salt For seasoning
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
- ½ fruit fresh lemon (juice only)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped For garnish
- 1 teaspoon black sesame seeds For garnish
- 4 wedges lemon For serving
Instructions
Preparation
- Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with Cajun seasoning and a pinch of salt. Let sit for about 5 minutes.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Cooking
- Place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the hot pan and cook undisturbed for 4-5 minutes.
- Gently flip the salmon fillets and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the flesh turns opaque.
Sauce Preparation
- In a small bowl, whisk together unsalted butter, honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and lemon juice until smooth.
Final Steps
- Pour the honey butter mixture over the salmon fillets and let it bubble for 1-2 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and black sesame seeds, and serve immediately with lemon wedges.
Notes
For best results, use fresh, high-quality salmon. Consider adding cayenne pepper for extra heat, or toss some sliced bell peppers or zucchini into the skillet for added veggies.