Hey there, foodies! Today I’m super excited to share one of my absolute favorite recipes that never fails to impress – a mouthwatering Pan-Seared Salmon with Honey-Garlic Glaze served on a bed of creamy cauliflower purée. Trust me, this dish will make you feel like you’re dining at a fancy restaurant, minus the hefty price tag! 😉
Let me tell you, I’ve made this for countless dinner parties, and my guests always beg for the recipe. The combination of the crispy-skinned salmon with the sweet and savory glaze is simply _chef’s kiss_!
What You’ll Need:
– 4 salmon fillets (with skin on, honey!)
– 2 heads of cauliflower
– 4 cloves of garlic (vampire-proof, am I right?)
– 3 tablespoons honey
– 2 tablespoons soy sauce
– Fresh thyme
– Heavy cream
– Butter (because butter makes everything better!)
– Salt and pepper to taste
Now, let’s get cooking!
First, let’s tackle that cauliflower purée. Cut your cauliflower into florets and boil them until tender – about 10 minutes. While that’s happening, warm up some heavy cream with a crushed garlic clove. Trust me on this one, it’s going to be heavenly!
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Once the cauliflower is tender, drain it and blend with the warm garlic cream, a generous pat of butter, salt, and pepper until silky smooth. Set aside and keep warm.
For our star of the show – the salmon! Pat those fillets dry (super important for getting that crispy skin!) and season well. Heat up a pan until it’s smoking hot, add a touch of oil, and place the salmon skin-side down. Here’s my pro tip: DON’T. TOUCH. IT. Let it do its thing for about 4-5 minutes until that skin is crispy perfection.
While the salmon is cooking, mix honey, soy sauce, and minced garlic for our glaze. When you flip the salmon, brush it with this magical mixture and let it caramelize for another 2-3 minutes.
To plate, spread that gorgeous cauliflower purée on your plate, top with the glazed salmon, and sprinkle with fresh thyme. Voilà! A restaurant-worthy meal that’ll have everyone thinking you’re a culinary genius!
Y’all, I cannot stress enough how this recipe is a total game-changer. It’s healthy, impressive, and absolutely delicious – perfect for date nights or when you want to feel a little fancy on a regular Tuesday! 💁♀️
Did you try this recipe? I’m dying to hear how it turned out! Drop a comment below and share your experience – did you make any tweaks? Did your family lick their plates clean? (Mine always does! 😅)
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Until next time, keep cooking and stay sassy! XOXO 👩🍳✨
