BHA & BHT Free Honey Garlic Salmon
Sticky, glossy, and packed with bold flavor, this skillet salmon hits all the right notes — sweet honey, savory coconut aminos, punchy garlic, and a warm undercurrent of ginger and turmeric in every bite. The sauce reduces right in the pan alongside the fish, coating each fillet in a caramelized glaze that looks like it took way more effort than it actually did. Coconut aminos stand in for conventional soy sauce here, which is a smart swap since many bottled sauces and condiments rely on additives like BHA and BHT to extend shelf life — keeping this dish clean from the start. Every ingredient in the sauce is fresh or minimally processed, so you're not left guessing what's actually in your dinner. The technique is straightforward: a hard sear on the flesh side first, then a flip and a generous baste as the glaze thickens around the salmon. A squeeze of lemon and a scatter of fresh parsley at the end brighten everything up and make it feel genuinely restaurant-worthy. This is the kind of weeknight recipe that earns a permanent spot in the rotation.
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4 servings
For the salmon
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each), skin-on
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
For the sauce
- 3 tbsp honey
- 3 tbsp coconut aminos
- 4 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
For serving
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, roughly chopped (optional)
- 1 lemon, cut into wedges (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Sprinkle the flesh side evenly with the salt and 1/4 tsp turmeric.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, coconut aminos, minced garlic, grated ginger, apple cider vinegar, and remaining 1/4 tsp turmeric until combined. Set aside.
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