Cajun Honey Butter Grilled Salmon

Ava said, "You know, I'm surprised I'm saying this, but I really like this!"  Talmage gobbled it up when I reminded him that Smokey the Bear loves salmon.  Ady liked most of it (just not the crispy top... which happens to be the best part...).  Jeremy said it was better than he expected it to be... which is a win for a fish-hater.  Emery didn't care for it.  I loved it. :)

Cajun Honey Butter Grilled Salmon

Prep Time

5 mins

Cook Time

Ingredients

·         4 salmon fillets

·         salt and pepper, to taste

·         6 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature see note 1

·         3 tablespoons honey

cajun seasoning (OR USE PREMADE CAJUN SEASONING)

·         2 teaspoons garlic powder

·         2 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning

·         2 teaspoons paprika smoked paprika, if you have it

·         1 teaspoon cayenne pepper

·         1 teaspoon onion powder

·         1 teaspoon cracked black pepper or 1/2 teaspoon finely ground black pepper

·         1/2 teaspoon salt

·         1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Instructions

1.    In a small bowl stir together cajun seasoning ingredients.

2.    Use an electric hand mixer to whip butter for 2 minutes until light and fluffy. Add honey and cream together until smooth. Mix in 1 tablespoon of the cajun seasoning. (remaining seasoning can be stored in airtight container up to 3 months). OR USE PREMADE AND ADD 1 TBSP TO BUTTER.

3.    Pat salmon fillets dry on both sides with a paper towel. Brush all over with oil, then season with salt and pepper to taste.

4.    Cook salmon on a preheated grill or grill pan for 6-8 minutes on each side until opaque and flaky.  Alternately, cook in preheated cast iron skillet on stove.

5.    Turn off the grill (or stove if using a grill pan) and place a generous dollop of cajun honey butter on top of each fillet.

6.    Allow to melt for about 30 seconds, then use the back of a spoon to spread the butter all over the the top of the salmon. Flip, and repeat on the other side.

7.    Serve immediately.

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