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Easy Honey Garlic Salmon in Foil – Best 15-Min Recipe

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This easy honey garlic salmon in foil is a quick, delicious weeknight dinner that comes together in under 15 minutes. The foil packet method traps moisture and flavor, resulting in perfectly flaky salmon with a sweet and savory glaze.

Ingredients

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  • 4 salmon fillets (about 6 ounces each, skin-on or skinless)
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped green onions
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
  • Cooked rice or quinoa (for serving)
  • Steamed vegetables or simple salad (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Tear off four sheets of aluminum foil, each about 12 inches long.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, olive oil, rice vinegar, sesame oil (if using), and red pepper flakes (if using) until well combined.
  3. Pat each salmon fillet dry with paper towels. Place each fillet in the center of a foil sheet, skin-side down if using skin-on fillets.
  4. Spoon the honey garlic sauce evenly over the four fillets, spreading to coat each one.
  5. Fold the sides of the foil over the salmon, then fold the top and bottom edges to create a sealed packet, leaving about an inch of space inside for steam.
  6. Place the packets on a baking sheet in a single layer, ensuring they do not overlap.
  7. Bake for 12-15 minutes, depending on thickness. Salmon is done when it flakes easily with a fork and internal temperature reaches 145°F.
  8. Carefully open the packets, being cautious of hot steam. Use tongs to peel back the foil or cut a small slit to release steam first.
  9. Sprinkle chopped green onions and sesame seeds over the top. Serve directly from foil packets or transfer to plates, spooning extra sauce over the top.

Notes

Pat salmon dry to prevent watery sauce. Use heavy-duty foil to avoid tearing. Let packets rest 1 minute before opening. For a caramelized top, open packets last 2 minutes and broil, watching closely. Double sauce if extra is desired for rice or vegetables.

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