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Crispy Pan-Seared Salmon with Honey Mustard Glaze

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A quick and easy recipe featuring salmon fillets with a crispy skin and a sweet-tangy honey mustard glaze, perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions.

Ingredients

  • Salmon fillets (skin-on, about 6 oz / 170 g each)
  • Salt (about ½ tsp per fillet)
  • Black pepper (to taste)
  • Olive oil (2 tbsp)
  • Unsalted butter (1 tbsp)
  • Honey (2 tbsp)
  • Dijon mustard (1 tbsp)
  • Lemon juice (1 tsp, freshly squeezed)
  • Garlic (1 clove, minced)
  • Fresh thyme (1 tsp, chopped) or dried thyme (¼ tsp) – optional
  • Red pepper flakes (a pinch) – optional

Instructions

  1. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. Season both sides generously with salt and black pepper.
  2. Prepare the honey mustard glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped thyme, and red pepper flakes (if using). Set aside.
  3. Heat your skillet over medium-high heat for about 2 minutes. Add olive oil and let it warm until shimmering but not smoking (about 30 seconds).
  4. Place the salmon skin-side down carefully into the hot skillet. Press down lightly with a spatula to ensure even contact with the pan. Cook without moving for 4-5 minutes until the skin is deeply golden and crispy.
  5. Flip the salmon gently using tongs or a fish spatula. Cook the flesh side for another 2-3 minutes until the salmon feels firm but still juicy inside (internal temperature should reach 125°F/52°C for medium-rare).
  6. Lower the heat to medium-low and add butter to the skillet. Once melted, pour the honey mustard glaze over the salmon fillets. Spoon some glaze over the top while cooking for 1-2 minutes until the glaze thickens slightly and coats the salmon.
  7. Remove the salmon from the skillet and let it rest for 2 minutes to allow juices to redistribute and the glaze to settle.
  8. Serve immediately with your favorite sides, garnished with extra thyme or lemon wedges if desired.

Notes

Pat salmon dry thoroughly for crispy skin. Use medium-high heat for searing but reduce heat when adding glaze to prevent burning. Flip salmon gently to avoid breaking fillets. Let salmon rest after cooking for best texture. For dairy-free, substitute butter with coconut oil. Fresh thyme is recommended but dried thyme or rosemary can be used. Avoid overcrowding the pan; cook in batches if needed.

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