Honey Garlic Salmon

Ingredients 

• 4 salmon fillets 8 ounces each (225g) skin on or off, patted dry with paper towels
• ¼ teaspoon paprika or smoked paprika
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

For the Sauce:

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 4 cloves garlic finely minced
• 3 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon water
• 5 teaspoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice

Instructions 

1. Season the salmon fillets with paprika, salt, and pepper. Use your hands to gently press the seasonings into the flesh.
2. In a pan, melt butter over medium-high heat and sear the salmon skin-side down first. Use your spatula to lightly press the filets for full contact with the pan. Flip after a few minutes, then let them rest on a plate when done.
3. Keep the melted butter in the pan, and add the garlic, honey, water, soy sauce, and lemon juice. Cook for a couple minutes until it begins to thicken.
4. Return the cooked salmon filets to the pan, and cover them with sauce. Cook a couple more minutes until everything is incorporated with the glaze. Garnish with lemon slices, parsley, and serve!