Description
A flavorful and easy-to-make Cajun Honey Butter Salmon recipe that features tender, perfectly seared salmon fillets coated with a spicy Cajun seasoning and topped with a luscious honey butter sauce infused with garlic and tangy lemon. Garnished with fresh parsley and black sesame seeds, this dish is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a special occasion.
Ingredients
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Salmon and Seasoning
- 4 salmon fillets (skin on)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- Salt, to taste
Honey Butter Sauce
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of ½ lemon
Garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Lemon wedges, for serving
- Black sesame seeds, for garnish
Instructions
- Season the Salmon: Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels to ensure a good sear. Rub each fillet evenly with olive oil, then season generously with Cajun seasoning and salt as needed to taste.
- Sear the Salmon: Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Place the salmon fillets skin-side up in the pan. Sear for about 3 minutes until a golden crust forms. Flip the fillets so the skin side is down, then cook for another 2 minutes to crisp the skin.
- Make the Honey Butter Sauce: While the salmon cooks, melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the honey, soy sauce, and minced garlic. Let the mixture simmer gently for 2 minutes, then remove from heat and squeeze in the fresh lemon juice for brightness.
- Combine and Cook: Pour the honey butter sauce over the salmon fillets in the skillet. Continue cooking the salmon for another 3 to 5 minutes, spooning the sauce over the fillets frequently to coat them and enhance flavor.
- Garnish and Serve: Once the salmon is cooked through and the sauce is slightly thickened, remove from heat. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley, sprinkle black sesame seeds on top, and serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side for extra zest.
Notes
- For best results, use fresh salmon fillets with skin on for crispiness and added flavor.
- Cajun seasoning can be adjusted to your heat preference or substituted with Creole seasoning for a slightly different flavor profile.
- Make sure not to overcook the salmon; it should be tender and moist in the center.
- Serve alongside steamed vegetables or rice to make a complete meal.
- The honey butter sauce can be prepared ahead and gently reheated before adding to the salmon.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing and Simmering
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with sauce
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
Keywords: Cajun salmon, honey butter sauce, seared salmon, easy dinner, spicy salmon recipe, seafood, Cajun seasoning
