Description
This easy-to-make Cajun Honey Butter Salmon is packed with flavor, featuring a sweet and spicy glaze that caramelizes the fish to perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 4 tablespoons butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges for serving
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a small bowl, mix together the honey and Cajun seasoning until syrupy.
- Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper. Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat and add the salmon skin side down, cooking for about 4-5 minutes.
- Flip the salmon and pour the Cajun honey glaze over the top.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Serve with lemon wedges and garnish with parsley.
Notes
Use fresh salmon fillets for the best flavor. You can customize the seasoning based on your preferences.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: salmon, Cajun recipe, honey butter, easy dinner, seafood