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Cajun Honey Butter Salmon

A quick and flavorful salmon dish featuring a sweet honey butter glaze with Cajun spices, perfect for a fast weeknight dinner or an impressive meal for guests.
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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, Cajun
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 pieces salmon fillets (6 oz each) Use skin-on fillets for easier searing and better texture.
  • 2 tablespoons honey Can substitute with maple syrup or agave for a different sweetness profile.
  • 2 tablespoons butter Keep at medium heat to prevent burning.
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning Halve for a milder flavor.
  • to taste salt and pepper Use as desired; adjust if Cajun seasoning is very salty.
  • lemon wedges for serving Adds brightness to the dish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Stir the honey, butter, and Cajun seasoning together in a small bowl until evenly blended.
  2. Pat the salmon dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper.
Cooking
  1. Warm a large skillet over medium heat until hot but not smoking. Add the honey-butter mixture and let it melt, swirling to coat the pan.
  2. Add the salmon to the pan, skin side down, gently pressing for a few seconds to ensure full contact.
  3. Cook about 4-5 minutes on the skin side; flip carefully and cook another 4-5 minutes until the flesh is opaque and flakes with a fork.
  4. Aim for an internal temperature of 125-130°F for medium, or 145°F for fully cooked.
  5. Transfer to plates and serve right away with lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 700mgSugar: 8g

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. For reheating, place salmon in a 300°F oven for 8-10 minutes to avoid drying.

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