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Salmon with Cajun Honey Butter

  • Total Time: 20-25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Salmon with Cajun Honey Butter is a quick and flavorful dish that combines bold Cajun spices with rich, sweet honey butter. Perfectly seared and tender, this easy salmon recipe is ready in under 30 minutes and pairs beautifully with rice, vegetables, or potatoes. A must-try for seafood lovers

Ingredients

Scale

For the Salmon:

  • 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning

For the Cajun Honey Butter:

  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Cajun Honey Butter

  1. In a small bowl, mix the softened butter, honey, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, and lemon juice until well combined.
  2. Set aside at room temperature to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 2: Season and Sear the Salmon

  1. Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel.
  2. Rub both sides of each fillet with olive oil, then season with salt, black pepper, and Cajun seasoning.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, place the salmon fillets skin-side down and cook for 4-5 minutes until the skin is crispy.
  4. Flip the fillets and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.

Step 3: Add the Cajun Honey Butter

  1. Reduce heat to low and spoon the Cajun honey butter over each fillet, letting it melt into the fish.
  2. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, basting the salmon with the melted butter.

Step 4: Serve and Enjoy

  1. Transfer the salmon to a plate and drizzle any remaining butter from the pan over the top.
  2. Serve with your favorite side dishes and garnish with fresh parsley or lemon wedges

Notes

  • Oven-Baked Version: Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 12-15 minutes, then broil for 2 minutes for a crispy top.
  • Grilled Salmon: Cook over medium heat on a grill for 4-5 minutes per side, then brush with the Cajun honey butter.
  • Spicier Option: Add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the butter for extra heat.
  • Herb-Infused: Mix in fresh chopped herbs like thyme or rosemary for a more aromatic dish.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Pan-seared
  • Cuisine: American, cajun

Keywords: Cajun salmon, honey butter salmon, spicy salmon recipe, easy salmon dinner, seared salmon recipe

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