Cajun Butter Salmon
In this dish, creamy butter is kicked up with bold Cajun flavors and then slightly sweetened with honey. This balance of sweetness and heat is the perfect partner for salmon, and the mixture infuses and caramelizes the fish as it quickly bakes in the oven.
With just a handful of ingredients, you can create a show-stopping, mouthwatering meal in under 20 minutes. The butter is scented with cayenne, black pepper, oregano, thyme, garlic, and honey. It’s bold and sweet and works great with salmon!
Cajun seasoning is a robust spice blend that typically consists of salt, garlic, onion, paprika, black pepper, cayenne pepper, oregano, thyme, and red pepper flakes. Look for Cajun seasoning in the spice aisle of the grocery store; and choose regular or hot. If you can’t find Cajun seasoning, you may also use Creole seasoning.
Cajun Butter Salmon
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds salmon fillets, whole or individual fillets
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning, regular or hot
- Chopped fresh chives or parsley for serving
- Lemon wedges for serving
Equipment
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
- Pat the salmon fillets dry and transfer them to the prepared pan. Season the salmon with salt and black pepper.
- In a small bowl, combine the butter, honey, and Cajun seasoning. Mix until blended. Spread the mixture all over the salmon fillets.
- Bake for 10 to 15 minutes, until the salmon is fork-tender (a meat thermometer should register 145 degrees).
- Top the salmon with fresh chives or parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side.