Spicy Honey Garlic Salmon with Steamed Rice & Roasted Veggies
This recipe combines tender, flaky salmon glazed with a sweet-spicy honey garlic sauce, served alongside perfectly steamed rice and a medley of roasted vegetables. It’s balanced, nourishing, and satisfying — a restaurant-quality meal you can easily make at home!
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Serves: 2
Ingredients
For the Salmon
2 salmon fillets (about 150–180 g each)
Salt & black pepper to taste
1 tbsp olive oil
For the Spicy Honey Garlic Sauce
1 ½ tbsp honey
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp lemon juice
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ tsp chili flakes
½ tsp paprika
½ tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water
For the Roasted Veggies
1 cup broccoli florets
1 small carrot, sliced
½ red bell pepper, sliced
½ zucchini, sliced
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt & pepper to taste
½ tsp dried oregano
For the Rice
1 cup basmati or jasmine rice
2 cups water
½ tsp salt
Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Rice
Rinse rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
Bring 2 cups water and salt to a boil.
Add rice, lower heat, cover, and cook 12–15 minutes until tender.
Fluff with a fork and keep warm.
Step 2: Roast the Vegetables
Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
Toss broccoli, bell pepper, carrot, and zucchini in olive oil, salt, pepper, and oregano.
Spread on a baking tray and roast for 18–20 minutes, stirring once halfway.
Set aside once tender and slightly golden.
Step 3: Make the Spicy Honey Garlic Sauce
In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, lemon juice, garlic, chili flakes, and paprika.
Heat a nonstick pan over medium heat.
Pour in the sauce and simmer 1–2 minutes.
Add cornstarch slurry if you want it thicker, and cook another minute until glossy.
Remove from heat and set aside.
Step 4: Cook the Salmon
Pat salmon dry and season with salt and pepper.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
Add salmon, skin side down, and sear for 3–4 minutes per side (depending on thickness).
Once nearly cooked through, pour the honey garlic sauce over the salmon.
Spoon the sauce over the fish as it finishes cooking for a sticky, glazed finish.
Remove from heat when salmon is tender and flakes easily with a fork.
Step 5: Assemble the Bowl
Spoon steamed rice onto plates.
Add roasted vegetables on the side.
Place the glazed salmon on top and drizzle with extra sauce from the pan.
Garnish with sesame seeds, chopped parsley, or a squeeze of lemon.
Notes & Tips
For less spice, reduce chili flakes or skip paprika.
For extra crunch, sprinkle roasted almonds or sesame seeds on top.
Substitute brown rice or quinoa for extra fiber.
You can also air-fry the salmon at 190°C (375°F) for 8–10 minutes and then glaze it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I meal prep this dish?
Yes! Store the salmon, rice, and veggies separately in airtight containers for up to 3 days. Reheat gently.
Q: Can I bake the salmon instead?
Absolutely — bake at 200°C (400°F) for 12–14 minutes, then brush on the sauce before serving.
Q: Can I make it vegetarian?
Yes! Replace salmon with tofu or halloumi — it works beautifully with the same sauce.
Nutritional Information
Calories: ~520 kcal
Protein: 35 g
Fat: 18 g
Carbohydrates: 50 g
Fiber: 6 g