Description
This Cajun Honey Butter Salmon features a crispy seared exterior with melt-in-your-mouth flesh, enhanced by a honey-butter glaze and bold Cajun seasoning.
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Pat the fillets dry with paper towels so they sear properly.
- Season evenly with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Heat a heavy skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
- Place fillets skin-side down in the skillet, press gently for 10–15 seconds, and cook for 4–5 minutes until crispy.
- While the salmon cooks, melt butter in a small saucepan, whisk in honey until smooth.
- Flip the salmon, brush with the honey butter, and cook an additional 3–4 minutes until cooked through.
- Transfer to plates, spoon remaining glaze over the fillets, and serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
Pat the fillets dry for a better sear and only flip once to maintain skin texture. Glaze can be made ahead but should be added just before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Seared
- Cuisine: Cajun