Description
A delightful dish combining the spice of Cajun seasoning with the sweetness of honey butter, offering a spectacular flavor explosion.
Ingredients
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- 4 skin-on salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- Fresh parsley or chives for garnish
Instructions
- Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels.
- Rub Cajun seasoning all over the salmon fillets and let them sit for 15-30 minutes.
- In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the butter and stir in honey and lemon juice until combined.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add a bit of oil.
- Place the salmon fillets skin-side down and cook for about 4-5 minutes without moving them.
- Carefully flip the fillets and pour the honey butter mixture over them, cooking for another 3-4 minutes until cooked through.
- Remove from skillet and garnish with fresh herbs. Serve warm.
Notes
Ensure your skillet is hot enough before adding the fish to prevent sticking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: salmon, Cajun, honey, butter, grilling, family meal, easy recipe