Description
Grilled to perfection, this salmon features a caramelized buttery glaze with hints of honey and Dijon. A quick, foolproof recipe packed with bold, restaurant-style flavor.
Ingredients
→ Salmon:
4 salmon fillets (6 oz each), preferably skin-on
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Olive oil or non-stick spray (for grilling)
Lemon wedges, for serving (optional)
→ Buttery Sweet Glaze:
¼ cup unsalted butter
¼ cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
Instructions
1. Make the Glaze:
In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the butter.
Stir in brown sugar, honey, and Dijon mustard.
Whisk until the glaze is smooth and glossy. Remove from heat and set aside to thicken slightly.
2. Prepare the Salmon:
Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels.
Season both sides lightly with salt and freshly cracked black pepper.
3. Heat the Grill:
Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
Lightly oil the grates or spray with non-stick spray to prevent sticking.
4. Grill the Salmon:
Place salmon skin-side down and grill for 4–5 minutes.
Flip carefully, brush the tops with the glaze, and grill for an additional 3–4 minutes.
Continue brushing with glaze until salmon reaches an internal temperature of 125–130°F (for medium doneness).
5. Serve:
Remove salmon from the grill.
Brush with a final layer of glaze and serve hot with optional lemon wedges.
Notes
For a spicy twist, add cayenne pepper or a splash of hot sauce to the glaze.
Swap Dijon for stone-ground mustard for deeper flavor.
No grill? Bake at 400°F for 12–15 minutes, then broil for 1–2 minutes to caramelize the glaze.
Skin-on fillets help retain shape and moisture during grilling.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling (or Baking)
- Cuisine: American
