Can I grill Cajun honey butter salmon?

Absolutely! Grilling Cajun Honey Butter Salmon is a fantastic idea. Just follow the same steps for the sauce, then season and grill the salmon instead of pan searing. The grill will add a wonderful smoky flavor to the dish.

What Kind of Food Is Cajun?

Cajun food is a result of French-speaking folks who were forced to leave Canada's Acadian region and settled in Louisiana. They named their new home "Acadiana." As they shared their cooking style, it became known as Cajun cuisine.

Cajun Honey Butter Salmon

Name: Cajun Honey Butter Salmon
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 salmon fillets about 1/2 pound or 250 grams each, skin off or on; 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 4 tablespoons honey; 1 tablespoon water; 2 teaspoons soy sauce; 1 tablespoon fresh squeezed lemon juice, plus extra for serving; Lemon wedges to serve; 1/4 cup unsalted butter softened; 1 tablespoon honey; 1/2 tablespoon Cajun seasoning

Description

This Cajun Honey Garlic Butter Salmon – a perfect balance of sweet and savory. Quick, easy, and utterly delicious.

Ingredients

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For Salmon

4 salmon fillets about 1/2 pound or 250 grams each, skin off or on
2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
4 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon water
2 teaspoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon fresh squeezed lemon juice, plus extra for serving
Lemon wedges to serve

Cajun Honey Butter

1/4 cup unsalted butter softened
1 tablespoon honey
1/2 tablespoon Cajun seasoning

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Instructions

Cajun Honey Butter Salmon

Preheat oven to broil/grill settings on medium heat.
Season the salmon with Cajun seasoning.
Melt butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté garlic for a minute. Add honey, water, soy sauce; let flavors combine. Stir in lemon juice for a flavorful blend.
Place salmon in the pan with the sauce. Cook for 3-4 minutes, basting the tops.
Baste the salmon again and then place the pan in the oven to broil/grill for 5-6 minutes. Cook until the tops are charred and salmon is done to your preference.
For serving, pour the sauce and add lemon juice, and arrange the lemon wedges around the salmon. Top with a heaping tablespoon of Cajun honey butter.
Enjoy with steamed vegetables, rice, or alongside a salad.

Cajun Honey Butter ( Optional)

Mix together the butter, honey, and 1/2 tablespoon of Cajun seasoning in a small bowl. Use a fork to blend until the ingredients are thoroughly combined.

Notes

Storing Leftovers: Keep any leftover salmon in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days.

Reheating: Warm salmon in the oven at 275°F (135°C). Place on a lined baking sheet, add Cajun honey butter or olive oil on top for moisture. Heat for around 15 minutes until warmed through. Avoid overcooking.

Prep Time: 5 min
Cook Time: 10 min
Category: Salmon recipes
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Calories: 339 kcal
Sugar: 21 g
Sodium: 647 mg
Fat: 23 g
Saturated Fat: 10 g
Carbohydrates: 23 g
Fiber: 0.5 g
Protein: 12 g
Cholesterol: 79 mg