
Why Make This Recipe
If you love bold and sweet flavors, this Cajun Honey Butter Salmon is perfect for you. It mixes spicy Cajun seasoning with sweet honey and creamy butter. The result is a tasty salmon that’s both rich and full of flavor.
This recipe is great for a quick weeknight dinner. You can cook it in just a few minutes, and it doesn’t need a lot of ingredients. It’s also healthy and full of protein, which makes it a good choice for your family.
The best part? You can serve it with anything—rice, mashed potatoes, or even a fresh salad. It looks fancy enough for a special meal but is easy enough to make anytime.
How to Make Cajun Honey Butter Salmon
Ingredients:
- 4 salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Directions:
- Rub the Cajun seasoning all over the salmon fillets.
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Place the salmon in the pan, skin side down.
- Cook for 4–5 minutes, then flip the salmon and cook for another 3–4 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, melt the butter. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Stir in the honey and lemon juice. Let it simmer for 1–2 minutes.
- Return the salmon to the pan and spoon the honey butter over the top.
- Cook for 1 more minute to coat the salmon well.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if you like, and serve hot.
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