Honey and Garlic Salmon

SALMON

• 3 (4 oz each) salmon filets
• 1/2 tsp kosher salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tsp smoked paprika – (or regular paprika)

SAUCE

• 2 tsp olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic – minced
• 1/3 cup Three Peaks Manuka honey
• 3 Tbsp water
• 2 Tbsp lemon juice

INSTRUCTIONS

• Pat salmon dry, then season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Set aside.
• Add olive oil to a cast iron skillet MED-HIGH heat.
• Place salmon down in skillet.
• Combine the garlic, water, honey and lemon juice in a small bowl and add to skillet with salmon.
• While salmon cooks, baste frequently with sauce from the pan by spooning it over the top of the salmon. Flip salmon after 4 minutes and continue cooking and basting the other side for another 4-6 minutes or until salmon is caramelized and cooked to desired doneness.