Here’s a simple and foolproof recipe:
🐟 Cajun Honey Butter Salmon
Ingredients
For the salmon:
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4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each, skin-on or skinless)
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1½ tbsp Cajun seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
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Salt & pepper, to taste
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1 tbsp olive oil
For the honey butter glaze:
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3 tbsp unsalted butter
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2 tbsp honey
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tbsp lemon juice (or fresh lime juice)
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Optional: pinch of cayenne or crushed red pepper for extra heat
Instructions
1. Prep and season
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Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels.
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Season both sides with Cajun seasoning, a little salt, and pepper.
2. Make the honey butter
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In a small saucepan or skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
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Stir in honey, garlic, and lemon juice.
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Simmer 1–2 minutes until slightly thickened, then remove from heat.
3. Sear the salmon
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
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Add salmon (skin side down if applicable).
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Cook 4–5 minutes per side, depending on thickness, until nicely browned and just cooked through.
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Internal temp should be around 125–130°F (52–54°C) for moist, flaky salmon.
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4. Glaze it
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Pour the honey butter glaze over the salmon during the last minute of cooking.
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Baste the fish with a spoon as the sauce thickens and caramelizes slightly.
5. Serve
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Spoon extra sauce over the top.
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Garnish with chopped parsley or green onion and a squeeze of lemon.
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Pairs perfectly with mashed potatoes, rice, or roasted veggies.
💡 Tips & Variations
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Oven option: Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 12–15 minutes, then broil 1–2 minutes at the end for caramelization.
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Homemade Cajun seasoning: Combine 1 tsp each paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, thyme, salt, pepper + ½ tsp cayenne.
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Add a dash of soy sauce or hot sauce to the glaze for a deeper flavor kick.
Would you like me to give you a sheet pan version (with veggies baked alongside) or a grilled Cajun honey butter salmon version next?
