Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Sauce
Mix honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes in a small bowl. Pro tip: Slightly warm the honey in the microwave for 5-10 seconds to make it easier to mix with other ingredients.
Step 2: Prepare the Salmon
Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides with black pepper. For extra crispy skin, score the skin side lightly with a sharp knife being careful not to cut into the flesh.
Step 3: Cook the Salmon
Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Place salmon skin-side down and cook for 4-5 minutes until skin is crispy. Flip and cook for 2 minutes more.
Step 4: Add the Sauce
Pour the honey garlic sauce over the salmon, reduce heat to medium-low, and let simmer for 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens slightly and salmon is cooked through. Occasionally spoon the sauce over the fillets to create a beautiful glaze.