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Cajun Honey Butter Salmon

Cajun Honey Butter Salmon: Your New Favorite Weeknight Meal

This Cajun Honey Butter Salmon combines Cajun spices and sweet honey-butter for a flavor-packed, protein-rich dish perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets salmon skin-on retains moisture and enhances flavor
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil can be swapped with canola oil if needed
For the Cajun Spice Blend
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning adjust for heat preference
  • salt keep it light as the Cajun blend can be salty
For the Honey Butter Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons butter delivers rich creaminess
  • 2 tablespoons honey balances the spices
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce tamari can be used for gluten-free
  • 2 cloves garlic minced, can substitute with garlic powder
  • 0.5 whole lemon juice of, fresh preferred
For Garnishing
  • parsley fresh, chopped
  • lemon wedges optional
  • black sesame seeds for garnish

Equipment

  • nonstick skillet
  • Small saucepan
  • Measuring Spoons
  • paper towels

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels, then rub with olive oil and sprinkle with Cajun seasoning. Set aside while preheating skillet.
  2. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat for about 2 minutes. Sear the salmon fillets skin-side up for 3 minutes until golden.
  3. Flip the salmon fillets skin-side down, cooking for an additional 2 minutes until the skin is crispy.
  4. Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat, add honey, soy sauce, and minced garlic. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
  5. Pour the honey-butter sauce over the cooked salmon, cooking for an additional 3-5 minutes until flaky.
  6. Remove from heat, garnish with parsley, a squeeze of lemon, and sesame seeds. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgSugar: 9gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh salmon and watch cooking closely to avoid overcooking.

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