Cajun Honey Butter Salmon
Cajun Honey Butter Salmon is a mouthwatering dish that seamlessly blends sweet and spicy flavors, creating an unforgettable dining experience. Featuring succulent salmon fillets coated in a rich honey-butter sauce with a kick of Cajun seasoning, this recipe is perfect for any occasion—whether it’s an intimate family dinner or a lively gathering with friends. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, this dish will have everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking/Grilling
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
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- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 3 tbsp pure honey
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) or heat your grill/pan.
- Pat the salmon dry and season both sides generously with Cajun seasoning.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and mix in minced garlic, honey, and lemon juice until well combined.
- Place the salmon skin-side down on a greased baking sheet (or grill) and pour half of the honey-butter sauce over them. Bake or grill for about 12-15 minutes until cooked through.
- Drizzle the remaining sauce over the cooked salmon before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 365
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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