honey lemon salmon glaze salmon

Hot Honey Glazed Salmon Recipe

  • Prep Time
    45 minutes
  • Difficulty
    Medium
  • Servings
    4
Ingredients
  • 1 cup coconut aminos or soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup Mike's Hot Honey
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 inch peeled fresh ginger, thinly sliced
  • 3 gloves garlic, smashed
  • 4 salmon fillets, about 1 1/2 pounds
Instructions

 

1. The Marinade Moment:

  • Whisk together coconut aminos, Mike's Hot Honey, lemon juice, ginger, and garlic
  • Keep whisking until that honey dissolves into pure magic

2. The Soak:

  • Place your salmon fillets skin-side up in the marinade
  • Let them hang out for at least 10 minutes (30 if you're patient!)
  • This is when the flavor party starts happening

3. The Heat is On:

  • Fire up your broiler to high
  • Line a sheet pan with parchment (easy cleanup!)
  • Place salmon skin-side down
  • Let it broil for 7-10 minutes until beautifully caramelized

Pro Tips!

  • Room temperature salmon cooks more evenly
  • Look for firm, bright-colored fillets
  • Pat dry before marinating for better flavor absorption
  • Keep an eye on that broiler - every minute counts!

Choose Your Salmon Adventure

  • Wild-caught: Leaner, more calcium-rich
  • Farm-raised: Buttery texture, readily available
  • Fresh vs. Frozen: Both work great! Just thaw frozen properly

Perfect Pairings

Veggie Sidekicks

  • Hot Honey Brussels Sprouts: Add bacon for extra wow!
  • Watermelon & Feta Salad: Fresh and bright
  • Hot Honey Orzo Summer Salad: The perfect companion
  • Grilled Asparagus: Simple but stunning

Grain Games

  • Fluffy jasmine rice
  • Quinoa with herbs
  • Coconut rice (next level!)
  • Cauliflower rice for low-carb lovers

Signature Sips

  • Crisp White Wine: Think Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc
  • Hot Honey Ginger Spritzer: Refreshing and fun
  • Citrus-Honey Mocktail: Light and lovely

Build Your Bowl!

Turn this into a rice bowl sensation:

1. Start with your favorite rice

2. Add the glazed salmon

3. Top with:

  • Pickled cucumbers
  • Sliced avocado
  • Crispy radishes
  • Fresh herbs
  • Extra drizzle of Mike's Hot Honey

Make It a Party!

  • Double the recipe for a crowd
  • Set up a DIY bowl bar
  • Prep different sides
  • Keep extra Mike's Hot Honey handy
  • Don't forget the lime wedges!

Remember: Great salmon is about fresh ingredients and simple preparation. Let those quality ingredients shine.

Share your salmon success stories. Tag us in your creations - we love seeing your sweet-heat masterpieces! 🐟✨🍯

Pro Tip: Save any leftover marinade, boil it down until thickened, and use as a glaze for veggies or other proteins.

Now go forth and create some salmon magic. Your taste buds will thank you! 🐟🍯✨

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