Description
A quick and easy salmon dish that combines sweet honey, spicy Cajun seasoning, and buttery goodness for a delightful flavor explosion.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 2 fillets Salmon fillets (Skin on or off as preferred)
- 2 tablespoons Butter (Salted is fine; taste before adding extra salt)
- 2 tablespoons Honey (A mild honey works best)
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning (Store bought or homemade)
- 2 cloves Garlic (Minced; can use fresh or jarred)
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice (Freshly squeezed for best flavor)
- to taste Salt and black pepper (Add as needed)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a sheet pan with foil or parchment.
- Pat the salmon dry with paper towels.
- Sprinkle Cajun seasoning over the salmon fillets and add a little black pepper.
Making the honey butter
- In a small bowl, mix melted butter, honey, minced garlic, and lemon juice.
- Taste and adjust. If you want more heat, add cayenne or more Cajun seasoning.
Cooking
- Place the seasoned salmon on the prepared pan and bake until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- In the last few minutes of baking, spoon the honey butter over the salmon or brush it on as it comes out.
Notes
Pat the salmon dry to ensure seasoning sticks and helps maintain texture. Allow the salmon to rest for a couple of minutes before serving for juices to settle. Serve with sides like rice, roasted vegetables, or a salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: dinner, Main Course
- Cuisine: American, Cajun