Salmon: I used thawed salmon filets Cajun seasoning: I tested this recipe with my homemade Cajun spice blend. But, you can use the salt-free Cajun seasoning on this site. You’d simply salt the finished dish to taste Olive oil: I seared the salmon in olive oil.
Honey Butter Sauce
Butter: I use salted butter that I melted in the microwave Honey: You can use regular honey or your favorite honey substitute. I’ve also use my favorite truffle honey with great results. Cajun seasoning: this adds a bit more Cajun flavor to the fish. Garlic: I used fresh minced garlic.
How to Make Cajun Salmon with Honey Butter Sauce
Season the salmon by adding the Cajun seasoning to the top and rubbing it on both sides of the fish Make Honey Butter Sauce by simply whisking all of the sauce ingredients together in a small bowl. Sear the salmon: I add the fish to a hot pan that has olive oil in it Top with sauce: During the last minute of cooking the fish, I add half the sauce to the pan. This heats the sauce and allows some to caramelize on the fish.
