Description
This Honey Garlic Soy Glazed Salmon is the ultimate quick and flavorful weeknight dinner. Tender salmon fillets are marinated in a perfectly balanced blend of honey, soy sauce, garlic, and fresh ginger, then baked and finished with a thick, glossy glaze. Sweet, savory, and rich in umami, this Asian-inspired dish delivers restaurant-quality results in under 30 minutes—healthy, foolproof, and irresistibly delicious.
Ingredients
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4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz / 170 g each)
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1/3 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
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1/3 cup honey
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1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tsp fresh ginger, minced
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Green onions, chopped (optional garnish)
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Sesame seeds (optional garnish)
Instructions
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Marinate the Salmon
In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger until smooth. Place salmon in a shallow dish or zip-top bag and pour half the marinade over the fish. Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes, reserving the remaining marinade. -
Preheat the Oven
Preheat oven to 375°F (191°C). Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment and lightly grease. -
Bake the Salmon
Arrange salmon fillets on the baking sheet, skin-side down. Bake for 15–20 minutes, until salmon flakes easily or reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C). -
Make the Glaze
Pour the reserved marinade into a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook 3–4 minutes until thick and syrupy. -
Glaze & Serve
Drizzle the thickened glaze over the baked salmon. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Reduced-sodium soy sauce is recommended to control saltiness.
- Broil for the final 60 seconds for extra caramelization, watching closely.
- Pairs well with rice, quinoa, or steamed vegetables.
- Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner / Main Course
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
