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Crispy Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon

Tender, flaky pan-seared salmon fillets bathed in an aromatic sweet-and-savory honey garlic glaze with toasted sesame seeds and fresh scallions. Ready in 20 minutes flat.

Clara Hastings
Clara Hastings Chef & Author
November 2, 2026 • star 4.98 (Verified)
Crispy Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon
verified PlateBounty Tested in Everyday Kitchens
schedule Prep Time 10 mins
skillet Cook Time 10 mins
timer Total Time 20 mins
group Servings 4 fillets
energy_savings_leaf Calories 380 kcal
room_service Course Main Dinner
flag Cuisine Asian-American
verified PlateBounty Tested Recipe

Crispy Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon

checklist Ingredients Checklist

  • 4 (6-oz) wild salmon fillets, patted dry
  • 1/3 cup pure honey
  • 5 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp toasted white sesame seeds & 2 green onions, sliced

format_list_numbered Instructions

  1. 1

    Prep Salmon

    Pat salmon fillets thoroughly dry on both sides with paper towels. Season lightly with sea salt and black pepper.

  2. 2

    Whisk Glaze

    In a small glass bowl, whisk honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, lemon juice, and sesame oil until uniform.

  3. 3

    Sear Salmon

    Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add salmon flesh-side down and sear undisturbed for 4 minutes until golden.

  4. 4

    Glaze & Baste

    Flip salmon skin-side down. Pour in glaze and simmer for 2 minutes while spooning hot glaze over fillets until glossy.

lightbulb Clara's Kitchen Secret

Always sear flesh-side down first in a screaming hot skillet! Flipping skin-side down second prevents the skin from curling and ensures the glaze clings to every flake.