Panko Crusted Honey Mustard Salmon
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
4
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Panko Crusted Honey Mustard Salmon
Description
The Panko Crusted Honey Mustard Salmon starts with a mixture of Dijon mustard, honey, and minced garlic, which is brushed onto each salmon fillet. The salmon is then pressed into a panko bread crumb mixture enriched with fresh parsley, lemon zest, and olive oil. Baking the coated fillets at 400 degrees until cooked through creates a golden crust that contrasts with the tender salmon inside. The flavor profile combines the mild sweetness of honey and the sharpness of mustard with the herbaceousness of parsley and subtle citrus notes from the lemon zest.
This salmon dish pairs well with simple sides like steamed vegetables or a light salad, letting the crust’s texture and flavors stand out. Serving with lemon wedges allows diners to add an extra fresh citrus splash if desired. The method is accessible, making it practical for weeknight dinners when a flavorful, slightly crispy topping is desired without complicated preparations.
Precision in seasoning is key; since the honey mustard is used on both sides of the fish, moderate salt and pepper keeps the taste balanced without overpowering the delicate salmon. Baking for around 13 to 15 minutes ensures the fish cooks fully while maintaining moistness inside the crisped coating.
Ingredients
- 4 (6 oz) salmon fillets
- 1 1/2 Tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 1/2 Tbsp honey
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 3/4 cup panko bread crumbs
- 2 Tbsp parsley chopped, fresh
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- salt freshly ground
- black pepper freshly ground
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Spray a 13 by 9-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray, set aside.
- In a small bowl, whisk together mustard, honey and garlic. In a shallow dish toss together Panko bread crumbs, parsley and lemon zest. Drizzle olive oil over mixture then toss to evenly coat.
- Working with one piece of salmon at a time, brush top with honey mustard mixture season with salt and pepper (don't overdue it, you'll be seasoning both sides), then rotate and transfer to bread crumb mixture (the honey mustard should be facing down to get the bread crumb mixture to stick to salmon).
- Brush top of salmon with honey mustard mixture and season lightly with salt and pepper and rotate to coat with crumb mixture. Transfer to baking dish and repeat with remaining salmon fillets.
- Bake in preheated oven 13 - 15 minutes until salmon has cooked through. Serve warm with lemon wedges (from zested lemon) if desired.
Notes
- Use fresh garlic for the honey mustard sauce to enhance flavor.
- Do not overseason with salt and pepper, as the honey mustard mixture adds flavor to both sides of the salmon.
- Serve immediately after baking to enjoy the crisp texture of the panko crust.
- Optional lemon wedges can brighten the dish when served.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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