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Easy Honey Garlic Salmon in Foil Recipe

Easy Honey Garlic Salmon in Foil

A tender salmon fillet baked in foil with honey, garlic, lemon, and butter or olive oil. Optional low-sodium soy sauce adds a savory note to the sweet glaze.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 1/2 pounds Salmon fillet, preferably skin-on, pin bones removed
Honey Garlic Glaze
  • 1/4 cup Honey
  • 2 tablespoons Melted unsalted butter or olive oil
  • 3-4 cloves Garlic, finely minced
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
  • 1-2 tablespoons Low-sodium soy sauce, optional
Seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt, or to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black pepper
Garnish
  • As needed Lemon slices
  • As needed Chopped parsley or green onion

Method
 

Step-by-Step
  1. Heat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Place a large sheet of heavy-duty foil on a baking sheet, using a second sheet if needed to prevent leaks.
  2. Pat the salmon dry and place it skin-side down in the center of the foil.
  3. Whisk together the honey, melted unsalted butter or olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, optional soy sauce, kosher salt, and black pepper.
  4. Pour the honey-garlic mixture over the salmon and arrange lemon slices on top if desired.
  5. Fold the foil over the fish and crimp the edges into a sealed packet. Leave a little room above the salmon so steam can circulate.
  6. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, depending on the thickness of the fillet. Individual portions may cook in 12 to 15 minutes, while a thick fillet may need closer to 20 minutes.
  7. Carefully open the packet, checking for hot steam. For a more caramelized surface, broil the salmon for 1 to 3 minutes while watching it closely.
  8. Check that the thickest part reaches 145°F (63°C) and flakes easily. Garnish with parsley or green onion and serve with the pan juices.

Notes

Use a salmon fillet with an even thickness for more consistent cooking. Open the foil carefully because the packet releases very hot steam. If broiling, stay nearby because the honey-butter glaze can burn quickly.