Hot Honey Glazed Salmon
This Hot Honey Glazed Salmon is one of the best easy salmon recipes you can make. Salmon fillets get a smoky, sweet dry rub, a sticky glaze of hot honey, soy sauce, Dijon, and garlic, and then a quick trip through the air fryer.
The result is caramelized on the outside and tender and flaky inside. It is a quick, healthy weeknight dinner with minimal cleanup.
Why You’ll Love This Hot Honey Glazed Salmon
- Sweet heat: hot honey plus a smoky spice rub.
- Air fryer easy: 8 to 10 minutes of cook time.
- Minimal cleanup: one bowl and the air fryer basket.
- Healthy and filling: packed with protein and flavor.
Hot Honey Glazed Salmon Ingredients
Salmon Fillets
Pick fillets of similar thickness so they cook evenly.
Dry Rub
Brown sugar, paprika, chili powder, mustard powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper build a smoky, sweet crust.
Hot Honey Glaze
Hot honey, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic make a sticky, savory glaze.
Swap It: Use tamari or coconut aminos instead of soy sauce for a gluten-free version.
How to Make Hot Honey Glazed Salmon
Step 1: Season
Mix the dry rub ingredients together and press the mixture onto the salmon fillets.
Step 2: Glaze and Marinate
Whisk together hot honey, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic. Brush it onto the salmon and marinate for 30 minutes.
Step 3: Air Fry
Air fry at 390°F for 8 to 10 minutes until the salmon is glazed and caramelized.
Step 4: Finish
Finish with more hot honey and a squeeze of lime juice before serving.
Carly’s Expert Tips
- Pat the salmon dry. The rub sticks better to dry fish.
- Line the basket. Parchment liners make cleanup easy with sticky glaze.
- Check early. Thinner fillets may be done at 8 minutes. Salmon is ready at 145°F.
- Save some glaze. Set a little aside before brushing for drizzling at the end.
Make It Your Own
- Oven-baked: Bake at 400°F for 12 to 15 minutes.
- Extra spicy: Add red pepper flakes to the glaze.
- Salmon bowls: Flake over rice with cucumber and avocado.
- Different fish: Try it on cod or shrimp, adjusting the cook time.
Make-Ahead and Meal Prep: Mix the dry rub and whisk the glaze up to 3 days ahead. Cooked salmon makes great meal prep over rice or greens for the next day’s lunch.
What to Serve With Hot Honey Glazed Salmon
Serve with jasmine rice, roasted broccoli, green beans, or a crisp cucumber salad. It is also great over a big bowl of greens.
Storing and Reheating
Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Reheat: Warm gently in the air fryer at 350°F for 3 to 4 minutes.
Cold: Leftovers are also great flaked cold over salads.
What People Ask About Hot Honey Glazed Salmon
Can I bake hot honey salmon instead?
Yes. Bake at 400°F for 12 to 15 minutes until it flakes easily.
Can I use skin-on salmon?
Yes. Cook it skin side down.
How do I know when salmon is done?
It flakes easily with a fork and reaches 145°F inside.
Can I make my own hot honey?
Warm honey with red pepper flakes or a splash of hot sauce.
Hot Honey Glazed Salmon
Ingredients
Method
- Mix the dry rub ingredients together and press the mixture onto the salmon fillets.
- Whisk together hot honey, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic. Brush the mixture onto the salmon and marinate for 30 minutes.
- Air fry the salmon at 390°F for 8–10 minutes until the salmon is glazed and caramelized.
- Finish with more hot honey and a squeeze of lime juice before serving.
