Description
Cajun honey butter glazed salmon delivers a mouthwatering fusion of fiery spice and delicate sweetness, perfectly balancing Louisiana’s bold flavors with succulent seafood. Seafood enthusiasts craving a quick, elegant dinner will savor this restaurant-quality dish that brings Louisiana’s culinary spirit directly to their kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon:
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 ounces/170 grams each)
Seasoning and Glaze:
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 4 tablespoons honey
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
Garnish:
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Activate the oven to 375°F, creating an ideal roasting environment for the salmon fillets.
- Generously coat salmon with robust Cajun seasoning, ensuring an even distribution of spicy flavor profile.
- Craft a luxurious glaze by melting butter in a saucepan, integrating honey, fresh lemon juice, and aromatic garlic. Simmer for 2 minutes until ingredients harmonize.
- Arrange salmon on a parchment-lined baking sheet, strategically brushing each fillet with the glistening honey butter mixture to maximize flavor penetration.
- Roast in the preheated oven for approximately 15-18 minutes, monitoring until fish becomes delicately flaky and easily separates with minimal fork pressure.
- Elevate the presentation by sprinkling freshly chopped parsley across the glazed salmon, adding a vibrant herbal finish to the dish.
Notes
- Customize heat levels by adjusting Cajun seasoning quantity for personal spice preferences.
- Select fresh, high-quality salmon with vibrant color and firm texture for best results.
- Use unsalted butter to control sodium content and prevent over-salting the delicate glaze.
- Swap honey with maple syrup for a different flavor profile or to accommodate vegan alternatives.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg