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Quick Honey Garlic Salmon with Asparagus in 20 Minutes

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This quick honey garlic salmon with asparagus is a one-pan wonder that delivers restaurant-quality flavor in just 20 minutes. The sticky, savory-sweet glaze coats tender, flaky salmon and crisp-tender asparagus for a meal that’s both impressive and easy enough for a hectic weeknight.

Ingredients

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  • ¼ cup honey
  • 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 4 salmon fillets (about 6 ounces each)
  • 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
  • Green onions, sliced for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat the salmon dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper. Set aside.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and cornstarch until smooth.
  3. Rinse asparagus, snap off woody ends, and cut in half crosswise.
  4. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  5. Add asparagus in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes, turning occasionally, until bright green with charred spots. Remove to a plate.
  6. Add remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil to the pan. Place salmon fillets skin-side down (if using skin-on) and cook undisturbed for 3-4 minutes until edges look opaque and skin releases easily.
  7. Flip salmon carefully. Pour glaze around the fillets (not directly on top) and let bubble for 2-3 minutes, spooning glaze over salmon as it thickens.
  8. Return asparagus to the pan, tossing gently in the glaze. Heat through for about 1 minute.
  9. Serve immediately, spooning remaining glaze over the top. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions if desired.

Notes

Let salmon sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before cooking for even cooking. Don’t overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if needed. Watch garlic carefully to prevent burning. For consistent results, use a thermometer: salmon is perfectly cooked at 125°F to 130°F. Leftovers keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet over medium-low heat with a splash of water or soy sauce.

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