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Easy 5-Ingredient Honey Soy Salmon Recipe for Perfect Weeknight Dinners

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A quick and easy honey soy salmon recipe that combines sweet and savory flavors with minimal ingredients, perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests.

Ingredients

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  • 4 salmon fillets (6 oz / 170g each), fresh or thawed, skin on or off
  • 3 tablespoons honey (preferably raw or organic)
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce (low-sodium recommended)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced (or garlic powder as substitute)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (can substitute with avocado oil)
  • Optional: sesame seeds and chopped green onions for garnish
  • Optional: tamari or coconut aminos for gluten-free version
  • Optional: splash of fresh lemon juice for brightness

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons honey, 3 tablespoons soy sauce, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tablespoon olive oil until smooth and glossy.
  3. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and place them skin-side down on a lined baking sheet or oven-safe pan.
  4. Brush the marinade generously over each fillet, reserving about a tablespoon to drizzle later if desired.
  5. Let the salmon sit for about 10 minutes at room temperature to soak up the flavors.
  6. Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, depending on thickness, aiming for an internal temperature of 125°F (52°C) for medium-rare.
  7. Optional: Broil for the last 2 minutes for a caramelized finish, watching carefully to avoid burning.
  8. Remove from oven and let rest for 3-5 minutes to redistribute juices.
  9. Serve hot, drizzled with any reserved marinade and topped with sesame seeds and chopped green onions if desired.

Notes

Let salmon rest at room temperature before baking for even cooking. Avoid over-marinating to prevent saltiness or mushiness. Watch broil step carefully to avoid burning. For thicker fillets, add a few extra minutes baking time. If marinade bubbles up, spoon it back over the fillets halfway through cooking. Can pan-sear on stovetop as an alternative cooking method.

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