Sweet and Tangy Honey Mustard Salmon Recipe
Honey Mustard Salmon is a quick and delicious dish featuring tender salmon fillets coated in a sweet and tangy honey mustard glaze, pan-seared to perfection and garnished with nutty sesame seeds. This dish offers a perfect balance of flavors and is ideal for a healthy, flavorful weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Salmon
- 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
Honey Mustard Sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the honey mustard sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, Dijon mustard, and olive oil until smooth and well combined. This will form the glaze for the salmon.
- Season the salmon: Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides lightly with salt and pepper to enhance the flavor of the fish.
- Coat the salmon fillets: Brush the honey mustard sauce generously over both sides of each salmon fillet, ensuring an even coating.
- Cook the salmon: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down (if the skin is on) in the skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes until the skin is crispy. Flip the fillets and cook for another 3-4 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- Garnish and serve: Transfer the cooked salmon to a serving plate and sprinkle with sesame seeds for added texture and flavor. Serve immediately with your choice of sides.
Notes
- Use fresh salmon fillets for best results.
- Adjust cooking time depending on the thickness of the salmon fillets.
- You can substitute olive oil with avocado oil for a different flavor profile.
- For a gluten-free option, ensure the Dijon mustard contains no gluten additives.
- Pair with steamed vegetables or a fresh salad for a balanced meal.
Keywords: Honey Mustard Salmon, Salmon Recipe, Easy Salmon, Pan-Seared Salmon, Quick Dinner, Healthy Fish Recipe
