Honey Pineapple Salmon
Tender salmon fillets glazed with a sweet and tangy honey pineapple sauce, delivering tropical flavors perfect for a quick and delicious dinner.
Equipment
- 1 skillet for cooking salmon
- 1 small bowl for mixing glaze
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 2 to 3 tablespoons honey
- ½ cup pineapple juice or crushed pineapple with juice
- 1 to 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime or lemon juice
- 1 garlic clove minced
- Optional garnish: pineapple chunks lime wedges, chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Pat salmon fillets dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, pineapple juice, soy sauce, lime or lemon juice, and minced garlic until smooth.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and lightly oil the surface. Place salmon fillets skin-side down and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until seared.
- Pour the honey-pineapple glaze over the salmon. Spoon the sauce over the fillets as it simmers for 3 to 5 minutes until salmon is cooked through and glaze thickens slightly.
- Transfer salmon to plates, spoon extra glaze and pineapple chunks on top if using, and garnish with lime wedges and chopped cilantro.
Notes
- Adjust honey or lime juice to balance sweetness and tanginess.
- Oven baking option: broil or bake at 375°F for 12-15 minutes.
- Add fresh pineapple or bell peppers for extra flavor.
- Serve with rice, quinoa, or green salad.