How to cook salmon: Honey Lime Sriracha Salmon
How to cook salmon: Honey Lime Sriracha Salmon is a easy American (Asian Fusion) recipe that serves 3. 350 calories per serving. Recipe by Chef Jerod Wilcher on YouTube.
Prep: 10 min | Cook: 8 min | Total: 28 min
Cost: $19.75 total, $6.58 per serving
Ingredients
- 2 cups Honey (raw or clover honey, sweetener)
- 2 tablespoons Smoked Paprika (adds smoky depth)
- 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce (low‑sodium preferred)
- 0.5 cup Sriracha (Thai‑style hot chili sauce)
- 4 tablespoons Fresh Lime Juice (juice of about 2 limes)
- 2 tablespoons Garlic (fresh minced garlic (≈4 cloves))
- 1 tablespoon Cilantro (chopped fresh cilantro leaves)
- 3 pieces Salmon Fillets (about 6 oz each, skin‑on or skinless, wild‑caught preferred)
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (high smoke‑point oil; can use canola or avocado oil)
- to taste Salt (kosher salt preferred)
- to taste Black Pepper (freshly ground)
Instructions
Prepare the Sauce
In a small pot combine honey, smoked paprika, soy sauce, Sriracha, lime juice, minced garlic, and chopped cilantro. Whisk until the honey fully dissolves and the mixture is smooth.
Time: PT5M
Divide the Sauce
Spoon half of the sauce into a separate container and set aside for serving; keep the other half for marinating the salmon.
Time: PT1M
Marinate the Salmon
Place the three salmon fillets in a zip‑top bag, pour the marinating half of the sauce over them, seal, and gently massage to coat. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours (up to 24 hours).
Time: PT2M
Preheat the Broiler
Set the oven to broil and let it heat while you finish the pan‑sear.
Time: PT2M
Temperature: 500°F
Heat the Skillet
Add enough oil to coat the bottom of the skillet and heat over medium‑high until shimmering.
Time: PT1M
Sear First Side
Place the marinated salmon fillets skin‑side down (or presentation side down) in the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook undisturbed for 2 minutes until a golden‑brown crust forms.
Time: PT2M
Flip and Finish on Stove
Flip the fillets, season the other side with a pinch of salt and pepper, and cook for another 2–3 minutes until the salmon is mostly cooked through.
Time: PT3M
Broil for Final Caramelization
Transfer the skillet to the preheated broiler (or place the fillets on a broiler‑safe pan) and broil for 1 minute to deepen the glaze.
Time: PT1M
Temperature: 500°F
Warm Reserved Sauce
While the salmon finishes, gently warm the reserved sauce in a small pot over low heat for about 2 minutes, just until it’s pourable.
Time: PT2M
Plate and Garnish
Arrange each salmon fillet on a plate over lime wedges, drizzle the warmed sauce over the top, and sprinkle with fresh cilantro.
Time: PT2M
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 350
- Protein
- 30 g
- Carbohydrates
- 20 g
- Fat
- 15 g
- Fiber
- 1 g
Dietary info: Pescatarian, Dairy‑Free, Low‑Carb (moderate carbs from honey)
Allergens: Fish, Soy, Honey
Last updated: April 23, 2026








