DELICIOUS Baked Honey Garlic Salmon! | EASY Salmon In The Oven Recipe

honey

🥗Healthier: maple syrup

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Maple syrup provides a similar sweetness with fewer calories.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: coconut aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while coconut aminos are lower in sodium.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier.

salmon fillets

🥗Healthier: trout fillets

💰Cheaper: tilapia fillets

Trout is a healthier option, while tilapia is more budget-friendly.

Take salmon fillets out of the fridge and let them come to room temperature.

Place salmon fillets on a paper towel to absorb moisture for crispy skin.

Put salmon fillets in a hotel pan for seasoning.

Drizzle olive oil over the salmon fillets liberally.

Sprinkle blackening seasoning over the salmon fillets.

Sprinkle chef and bay seasoning over the salmon fillets.

Using hands, coat the salmon fillets with olive oil and spices on all sides.

Let the seasoned salmon sit for a bit to allow spices to bloom.

In a bowl, mix honey, soy sauce, maple syrup, sesame oil, rice wine vinegar, and garlic.

Whisk the glaze until it reaches a nice even consistency.

Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and parchment paper.

Arrange the salmon fillets on the baking sheet, leaving space between them.

Preheat the oven to 425°F (218°C) on convection setting.

Put the salmon in the oven for 10-12 minutes until almost fully cooked.

Remove the salmon from the oven and check for doneness; look for white proteins coming out of the side.

Apply a coat of glaze over the salmon fillets.

Return the salmon to the oven for an additional 2 minutes to let the glaze set.

Transfer the salmon to a baking dish with a raised grate lined with aluminum foil.

Use a fish spatula to carefully lift the salmon fillets.

Soak up any juices with a paper towel and fold the aluminum foil for easy cleanup.

Add another coat of glaze over the salmon fillets.

Use a kitchen torch to brown the outside of the salmon, or broil for a minute if a torch is not available.

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