This is my favorite Salmon recipe since I didn’t succumb to the social influence of Emily Mariko’s signature baked salmon and rice dish, although she makes it look delicious. I love any recipe combo of honey and garlic, but this salmon has such a sweet and savory flavor and pairs perfectly with cooked white rice for a quick and delicious meal.

Prep time: 5 minutes

Cook time: 10 minutes

Ingredients:

• 12 oz salmon (cut into 2 – 3 fillets)
• salt & pepper to taste
• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon warm water, olive oil, and parsley
• 1 1/2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar or lemon juice (I prefer lemon juice)
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1/2 lemon (sliced into wedges)

Begin by seasoning the salmon fillets with salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper. Set aside. In a mixing bowl, combine honey, water, apple cider vinegar or lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Stir together well.

In a medium saucepan or cast-iron skillet (I prefer the cast iron), bring to high heat. Add the olive oil and salmon. Fry the salmon skin side down for about 1 minute, flip and fry skin side up for another minute, then flip again for the skin side to be down. Add the garlic to the pan and sauté unril brown. Add in the honey mixture and lemon wedges. Cook until the sauce is sticky. Top with parsley.

Nutrition Information:

Calories: 327kcal Fat: 19g Saturated Fat: 3g Polyunsaturated Fat: 14g Cholesterol: 71mg Sodium: 265mg Carbohydrates: 15g Fiber: 1g Sugar: 12g Protein: 26g