Honey Glazed Jerk Salmon

Jamaica is known for its bold, warm, and spicy jerk seasoning. Fish is also an essential part of the Jamaican diet. While I have eaten many kinds of fish in my lifetime, it wasn’t until my move to the United States in the 1990s that I first had salmon. After the first bite, I knew I had to add salmon to my list of favorite seafood dishes.

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What is in this dish?

Salmon

Jerk Seasoning

Honey

Lemon Juice

Garlic

What Makes Salmon Good?

Salmon has become a popular dish, especially in the United States.

Part of salmon's popularity is due to its taste. The natural fats in salmon give it a buttery flavor which makes salmon comforting. But unlike many comfort foods, salmon is lauded for its health benefits.

Salmon is high in omega-3 fatty acids which is good for heart health and vision. Omega-3 fatty acids are also beneficial for brain development in children.

To give salmon a bit of island flavor, I season it with a simple and easy honey glaze jerk marinade.

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Honey Glazed Oven Jerk Salmon

Yield: 4

Author: Michelle Beadle Holder

Prep time: 5 MinCook time: 15 MinTotal time: 20 Min

Ingredients

• 1½ pounds salmon filets, about 4 (5- or 6-oz portions)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 lemon, juiced
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 2 cloves garlic, minced (1 tablespoon)
• 1 tablespoon coconut amino or low-sodium soy sauce
• 1½ tablespoons dry jerk seasoning rub

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, jerk seasoning, orange juice, honey, garlic, and coconut amino together and set aside. I recommend that you taste the spice mixture and adjust the salt and pepper content to your preference.
3. Place the salmon pieces in an oven-safe dish. Pour the spice mixture over the salmon, making sure that the mixture coats the entire fish pieces. If possible, allow the fish to marinate for 10 minutes.
4. Bake for 10-15 minutes or until cooked.
5. Serve warm. Take the time to notice the aroma, colors, and taste of the dish you have created.

Notes

Reduce Sugar: This recipe can be adjusted to reduce the sugar content. Substitute the orange juice for the juice of one lemon and omit the honey.

Nutrition Facts

Calories

303.06

Fat

14.76 g

Sat. Fat

2.23 g

Carbs

7.06 g

Fiber

1.14 g

Net carbs

5.91 g

Sugar

4.75 g

Protein

34.65 g

Sodium

268.64 mg

Cholesterol

93.55 mg

The nutritional information is for informational purposes only.

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