Honey Jalapeno Salmon

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Servings: 4 | Prep: 10 min | Cook: 10 min

Recipe by Chef Patty Mastracco, idofood.com

Honey Jalapeno Salmon topped with sweet and spicy honey glaze and fresh jalapeno slices.

Sweet, spicy and tangy! This recipe is oh so easy and is the perfect pairing for rich, buttery California King Salmon.

Instructions

Make the Honey Jalapeno Sauce

  1. Place the honey, lemon or lime juice, butter, and jalapeno slices in a small saucepan.
  2. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat.
  3. Remove from heat.
  4. If preparing ahead, store the sauce in a covered container in the refrigerator.
  5. Remove the jalapeno slices before storing to maintain their color.
  6. Add fresh, thinly sliced jalapenos just before serving.

Prepare the Salmon

  1. Brush the California King Salmon fillets with olive oil.
  2. Season with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper.

Grill the Salmon

  1. Preheat a grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Oil the grill grates.
  3. Place the salmon fillets on the grill.
  4. Cook for 3 to 6 minutes per side.
  5. Continue cooking until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
  6. Remove the salmon from the grill.

Assemble and Serve

  1. Transfer the grilled salmon to individual plates or a serving platter.
  2. Spoon the honey jalapeno sauce over the salmon.
  3. Garnish with lemon or lime wedges.
  4. Add fresh cilantro sprigs.
  5. Serve immediately.
Grilled California King Salmon fillet brushed with honey jalapeno sauce.
California King Salmon served with honey jalapeno glaze, citrus wedges, and fresh cilantro.

Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 1/3 cup lemon or lime juice
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 2 medium jalapeno peppers, stemmed and sliced
  • 4 California King Salmon fillets (about 6 oz. each)
  • Olive oil
  • Freshly ground sea salt and pepper to taste
  • Lemon or lime wedges and fresh cilantro sprigs

Category
Entrees
Tags
California King Salmon, easy salmon recipe, grilled salmon, honey glaze, honey jalapeno salmon, jalapeno, king salmon, spicy salmon, sweet and spicy salmon