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Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon Recipe Easy and Flavorful with Sesame Cucumber Noodle Salad

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A quick and easy honey garlic glazed salmon paired with a refreshing sesame cucumber noodle salad, perfect for weeknight dinners or casual entertaining.

Ingredients

  • Salmon fillets (skin-on, about 6 oz each)
  • Honey (3 tbsp)
  • Garlic (3 cloves, minced)
  • Soy sauce (2 tbsp, low sodium)
  • Rice vinegar (1 tbsp)
  • Sesame oil (1 tsp, toasted)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Olive oil or avocado oil (2 tbsp)
  • English cucumber (2 medium)
  • Rice vinegar (2 tbsp)
  • Soy sauce (1 tbsp)
  • Honey (1 tsp)
  • Sesame oil (1 tbsp, toasted)
  • Toasted sesame seeds (1 tbsp)
  • Green onions (2, thinly sliced)
  • Red pepper flakes (optional, a pinch)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the salmon glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons honey, minced garlic, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, and 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil. Set aside.
  2. Spiralize the cucumbers: Using your spiralizer or julienne peeler, create long, thin cucumber noodles from the two English cucumbers. If using a knife, slice thin ribbons and then julienne into noodle-like strips. Transfer to a mixing bowl.
  3. Make the sesame cucumber salad dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 teaspoon honey, 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil, and a pinch of red pepper flakes if using. Pour over the cucumber noodles, add sliced green onions and 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds. Toss gently and refrigerate while you cook the salmon.
  4. Heat your skillet over medium-high heat: Add 2 tablespoons olive or avocado oil. When shimmering, place salmon fillets skin-side down. Press down gently with a spatula to ensure even contact. Cook for about 4-5 minutes until skin is crisp and releases easily from the pan.
  5. Flip the salmon carefully: Reduce heat to medium and pour the honey garlic glaze over the fillets. Cook for another 3-4 minutes, spooning glaze over the top frequently. The glaze should thicken slightly and coat the salmon beautifully.
  6. Remove salmon from heat: Let it rest for a minute or two on the plate to help juices redistribute and glaze to set.
  7. Serve: Plate each salmon fillet alongside a generous helping of the chilled sesame cucumber noodle salad.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan to ensure a crispy sear. Press salmon gently when placing in the pan to avoid curling. Reduce heat when adding glaze to prevent burning. Drain excess moisture from cucumber noodles by salting and resting before dressing to avoid sogginess. Use a cast iron skillet for best sear and caramelization. Taste and adjust glaze and dressing seasoning as needed.

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