Description
A flavorful dish combining smoky Cajun spices and sweet honey, creating a delightful balance that makes for a perfect family meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons honey
- Juice of half a lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley or green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Melt the butter in a small skillet over medium heat.
- Add Cajun seasoning and minced garlic, stirring for about a minute.
- Drizzle honey into the butter mixture and stir until combined, then remove from heat.
- Place salmon fillets on a lined baking sheet and season with salt and pepper.
- Spoon the buttery Cajun mixture over the salmon.
- Squeeze lemon juice over the fillets.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Let rest for a couple of minutes before serving, garnishing with parsley or green onions.
Notes
If grilling, use a grill mat to prevent sticking and overcooking, adjusting cooking times based on thickness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: salmon, Cajun, honey butter, seafood, easy recipe