Soy Honey Butter Salmon
User Reviews
4.6
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4 people
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Calories
89 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Soy Honey Butter Salmon
Description
This Soy Honey Butter Salmon recipe involves coating salmon fillets with a mix of minced garlic, soy sauce, honey, and melted unsalted butter. The salmon is wrapped tightly in foil to seal in moisture during baking at 400°F, which gently cooks the fish through while infusing it with the savory-sweet sauce. The foil wrapping also allows the butter and honey to meld into a glaze that keeps the salmon delicate and flavorful.
The finished salmon has a tender texture enhanced by the sticky glaze, with the soy providing umami depth and the honey adding subtle sweetness. Minced garlic offers aroma and savory notes, while the parsley garnish adds a fresh herbal touch. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice and lemon slices brighten the dish when served, cutting through the richness.
This preparation is straightforward and hands-off, requiring no pan-searing or basting. Baking in foil helps lock the juices in, making it an effective method for tender salmon. Serving immediately is recommended to enjoy the moist texture and fresh garnishes.
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450g) salmon fillet
- salt
- black pepper ground
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons butter melted, unsalted
- 1 tablespoon parsley chopped
- lemon sliced
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (207°C).
- In a small bowl, mix together the garlic, soy sauce, honey, and butter. Whisk until well combined.
- Rinse the salmon under cold water and pat it dry with paper towels. Transfer the salmon to a large sheet of aluminum foil and drizzle the garlic soy butter mixture over it, coating well. Top with parsley, then wrap the salmon tightly in the foil. Bake for 20 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through.
- Unwrap the foil, squeeze some lemon juice over the salmon, garnish with lemon slices, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 89 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 4people | |
| Calories | 89kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 15mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 253mg | 11% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.6
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