Panko Crusted Honey Mustard Salmon
This Panko Crusted Honey Mustard Salmon recipe offers a perfect balance of a crispy golden crust and a sweet, tangy honey mustard glaze. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s an easy and nutritious meal rich in omega-3 fatty acids, ideal for quick weeknight dinners or impressing guests with minimal effort.
- Author: Nina
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-frying or Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free (with gluten-free breadcrumb swap)
Main Ingredients
- 4 skinless or skin-on fresh salmon fillets, about 4–6 ounces each
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Honey Mustard Glaze
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Prepare the Honey Mustard Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth to create a sweet and tangy glaze.
- Coat the Salmon: Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel. Brush each fillet generously with the honey mustard glaze, ensuring full coverage to help the panko breadcrumbs stick and infuse flavor.
- Apply the Panko Crust: Place the panko breadcrumbs in a shallow dish, season lightly with salt and garlic powder. Press the glazed salmon fillets into the breadcrumbs, coating completely. For a thicker crust, dip the salmon twice.
- Cook the Salmon: Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Place the panko-crusted salmon crust side down and cook for 3-4 minutes until golden and crispy. Flip and cook another 3-4 minutes until salmon flakes easily. Alternatively, bake at 400°F (200°C) for 12-15 minutes.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve immediately with an extra drizzle of honey mustard glaze or a squeeze of fresh lemon. The crust should be crisp and golden.
Notes
- Use Fresh Panko: Fresh breadcrumbs ensure maximum crunchiness and prevent sogginess.
- Dry the Salmon Well: Patting dry helps the glaze and crust adhere better.
- Don’t Overcrowd the Pan: Cook fillets with enough space to crisp evenly.
- Use Medium Heat: Prevent burning the crust and allow salmon to cook through evenly.
- Allow Resting Time: Let cooked salmon rest a few minutes to retain juiciness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (approx. 5 ounces)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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