This sticky, garlicky Clover Honey salmon is the weeknight dinner that tastes like a restaurant dish but comes together in minutes. The combination of savory soy, bright lemon, and Honey House Clover Honey creates a glossy, sweet-savory glaze that caramelizes beautifully under the broiler. It’s bold, buttery, and unbelievably delicious.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• The Honey House Clover Honey adds natural sweetness and helps the glaze thicken into a perfectly sticky finish.

• Ready in under 25 minutes — perfect for quick weeknight dinners.

• Uses simple pantry staples to create a complex, restaurant-worthy flavor.

• The broil step caramelizes the glaze for a gorgeous golden crust.

• Versatile: Serve with rice, quinoa, noodles, or roasted vegetables.

• Great for meal prep — the leftovers reheat beautifully.

Ingredients

For the Salmon

• 1 ½–2 lbs salmon fillets

• ½ tsp kosher salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

• ½ tsp smoked paprika

For the Honey Garlic Sauce

• 6 cloves garlic, minced

• ½ cup Honey House Clover Honey

• 3 tbsp water

• 3 tbsp soy sauce

• 1 tbsp sriracha

• 2 tbsp lemon juice

• 3 tbsp butter

• 2 tsp olive oil

For the Asparagus

• 1 bunch asparagus, chopped

• 1–2 tsp olive oil (for sautéing)

Equipment

• Oven-safe skillet (cast iron preferred)

• Chef’s knife

• Cutting board

• Measuring cups + spoons

• Stove and oven broiler

• Spatula or basting spoon

Pro Tips

1. Use an Oven-Safe Pan: It lets you sear, baste, and broil all in one place — less cleanup!

2. Don’t Overcook the Salmon: Salmon is perfect when it flakes but remains juicy. Broil just until browned.

3. Let the Sauce Reduce: The honey thickens quickly — simmer for a couple minutes for a stickier glaze.

4. Trim the Asparagus: Snap the ends where they naturally break for the best texture.

5. Broil Carefully: Keep an eye on it — honey caramelizes fast and can burn if left unattended.

Instructions

1. Season the salmon with salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika.

2. Prep the vegetables: Dice the asparagus and set aside.

3. Make the sauce: In a bowl, whisk together garlic, Honey House Clover Honey, water, soy sauce, sriracha, and lemon juice.

4. Cook the salmon:

   • In an oven-safe skillet, melt butter with 2 tsp olive oil over medium heat.

   • Add the sauce and nestle the salmon fillets in the pan.

   • Baste continuously for 5 minutes, letting the sauce thicken slightly.

   • Transfer the skillet to the oven and broil 5–6 minutes, or until caramelized and sticky.

5. Cook the asparagus: In a separate pan, heat 1–2 tsp olive oil and sauté asparagus until bright and tender.

6. Serve: Plate the salmon over rice with sautéed asparagus. Spoon extra sticky honey-garlic sauce from the pan over the top.

Storage Tips

• Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3–4 days in the refrigerator.

• Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave with a splash of water to loosen the glaze.

• Cooked salmon does not freeze well, but you can freeze the sauce separately for up to 3 months.

Recipe Notes

The combination of soy, garlic, butter, and lemon creates a deeply savory glaze, but it’s the Honey House Clover Honey that transforms it into something special. Our raw, American-sourced Clover Honey adds a floral sweetness that thickens beautifully during cooking, giving the salmon that irresistible glossy finish.

We love using Honey House Clover Honey here because it’s 100% pure, raw, and unfiltered, so the natural enzymes and floral flavors shine through even in a bold sauce like this. You’ll notice the difference in every bite.

Perfect Pairings

Serve this sticky Clover Honey salmon with:

• Steamed jasmine rice or coconut rice

• Roasted baby potatoes

• Garlic sesame noodles

• A crisp cucumber salad

• Ginger-lime sparkling water or iced green tea

Variation Ideas

While the classic sticky garlic honey combination is divine, feel free to get creative with these alternative options:

Honey House Recommendations

• Swap Clover Honey for Honey House Hot Honey for a spicy-sweet kick.

• Try Honey House Alfalfa Honey for a slightly herbaceous sweetness in the glaze.
  

Other Great Options

• Add fresh ginger to the sauce for extra zing.

• Replace sriracha with gochujang for a Korean-inspired twist.

• Use tamari instead of soy sauce to make it gluten-free.

• Add orange zest and juice for a citrus-forward glaze.

• Swap asparagus for broccoli, snap peas, or bok choy.

• Serve over rice noodles instead of rice.

Recipe Details

• Prep Time: 10 minutes

• Cook Time: 12–15 minutes

• Total Time: 25 minutes

• Course: Main Course

• Cuisine: American / Asian Fusion

• Servings: 4

• Difficulty Level: Easy