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Easy Pan Seared Salmon with Honey Soy Glaze served on a plate

Easy Pan Seared Salmon — Honey Soy Glaze

A simple, fast, and foolproof recipe for pan-seared salmon with a sweet and savory honey soy glaze, perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Asian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the salmon
  • 4 pieces salmon fillets (skin on or skinless) skin on is great, but skinless works too
  • 1 tbsp oil for the pan (avocado, canola, or olive oil) for searing
  • black pepper black pepper to taste
For the glaze
  • 3 tbsp honey
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce (regular or low sodium)
  • 2 cloves garlic (fresh minced or powder) fresh minced is best
  • 1 tsp rice vinegar or lemon juice just a small splash to brighten it up
For garnish (optional)
  • sesame seeds for topping
  • sliced green onion for topping

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pat the salmon dry with paper towels.
  2. Season with a little black pepper.
  3. In a bowl, stir together honey, soy sauce, garlic, and a tiny splash of rice vinegar or lemon juice.
Cooking
  1. Heat a skillet on medium high and add oil. When it shimmers, add salmon.
  2. Sear without moving it for about 3 to 5 minutes, depending on thickness.
  3. Flip the salmon and cook for another 2 to 4 minutes.
  4. Lower the heat slightly, pour in the glaze, and let it bubble for 30 to 60 seconds.
  5. Spoon the glaze over the salmon and remove from the heat as soon as it looks sticky.

Notes

For best results, dry the salmon before searing, keep the heat medium-high, and use a timer to avoid overcooking. Let the salmon rest briefly before serving.