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Honey Glazed Salmon with Browned Butter Lime Sauce

  • Author: Lusine Svetlana

Description

This Honey Glazed Salmon with Browned Butter Lime Sauce is the perfect recipe for a quick, elegant dinner that tastes like it came straight from a restaurant. Ready in just 20 minutes, this salmon is pan-seared to perfection, giving it a crispy golden crust while staying tender and flaky inside. The sweet honey glaze pairs beautifully with the nutty, citrusy browned butter lime sauce, creating a mouthwatering harmony of flavors.

Ingredients

For the Salmon:

  • 4 (6-ounce) salmon fillets
  • 8 teaspoons flour, divided
  • 8 teaspoons honey, divided
  • Zest of 2 limes
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

For the Browned Butter Lime Sauce:

  • 6 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1 clove garlic, minced (about 1 teaspoon)
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon pepper

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Salmon: Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Sprinkle 2 teaspoons of flour evenly over each fillet, then drizzle 2 teaspoons of honey on top.
  2. Pan-Sear the Salmon: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down and cook for 3–5 minutes on each side, or until the fish is browned and cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside.
  3. Make the Browned Butter Lime Sauce: In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, increase the heat slightly and stir constantly. The butter will begin to foam, then turn golden brown with a nutty aroma. Remove from heat immediately to prevent burning.
  4. Add Flavor: Whisk in lime juice, honey, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth and fragrant.
  5. Finish and Serve: Pour the browned butter lime sauce over the cooked salmon fillets. Sprinkle with lime zest for a bright, zesty finish and serve immediately.

Notes

    • Serving: This honey glazed salmon pairs beautifully with sides like jasmine rice, roasted asparagus, or mashed potatoes. The browned butter lime sauce adds richness that complements light, fresh vegetables.
    • Make It a Meal: Add a green salad with a citrus vinaigrette or a side of garlic butter noodles for a balanced dinner.
    • Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
    • Reheating: Reheat gently on the stovetop over low heat or in the oven at 300°F until warmed through. Avoid microwaving as it can dry out the fish.
    • Freezing: Cooked salmon can be frozen for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.

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