Honey Glazed Salmon (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ For the Salmon

01 - 4 pieces salmon fillets (7 oz each)
02 - 2 teaspoons sea salt
03 - 2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
04 - 2 teaspoons garlic powder

→ For the Honey Glaze

05 - ½ cup salted butter (or olive oil)
06 - 5 cloves garlic, freshly minced
07 - ½ cup honey (adjustable to taste)
08 - ¼ cup soy sauce (or Tamari for gluten-free option)

# Instructions:

01 - Start by preheating your oven to a nice hot 425°F (220°C). While that's heating up, line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil - this simple step makes cleanup incredibly easy later. Get your salmon fillets out and ready for their flavor transformation!
02 - In a small saucepan over medium-high heat, melt that butter and watch it begin to bubble. Add in your freshly minced garlic, honey, and soy sauce. Whisk everything together until it's smooth and gorgeously glossy. Let this magical mixture simmer for about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally as it thickens slightly into a sauce that's just perfect for coating your salmon.
03 - Arrange your salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet, giving them a bit of space to breathe. Season each piece generously with sea salt, freshly ground black pepper, and garlic powder - don't be shy with those seasonings! Now for the best part: pour that luscious, warm honey glaze all over your salmon, making sure every inch gets coated in that sweet-savory goodness. No need for marinating - this method delivers incredible flavor instantly!
04 - Slide your glazed salmon into the preheated oven and let it bake for just 12 minutes. The salmon will cook quickly in the hot oven, absorbing all those wonderful flavors while staying perfectly moist. You'll know it's done when it flakes easily with a fork and has transformed to a beautiful opaque pink throughout. The glaze will have caramelized slightly, creating an irresistible golden finish.
05 - Once baked to perfection, give those fillets an extra touch of love! Spoon any remaining glaze from the pan over each piece of salmon, adding an extra layer of flavor and a gorgeous shine. Serve your honey glazed salmon immediately while it's hot and at its absolute best. Each bite offers the perfect balance of sweet honey, savory soy, aromatic garlic and tender, flaky salmon!

# Notes:

01 - This honey glazed salmon features a perfect balance of sweet honey, savory soy sauce, and aromatic garlic for a quick yet impressive meal.
02 - For even cooking, choose salmon fillets of similar size - this prevents some pieces being overdone while others remain undercooked.
03 - Using freshly minced garlic rather than pre-minced varieties delivers the best flavor for your glaze.
04 - The 12-minute cook time works perfectly for 5-7 ounce fillets; adjust slightly for larger or smaller pieces.

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