Grilled Salmon With Onion Honey Compote Recipe

Name: Grilled Salmon With Onion Honey Compote
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter; 3 cups sliced red onions; 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar; 1 cup dry red wine; 2 whole cloves; 1 bay leave; 4 tablespoons honey; salt and pepper to taste; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1 1/2 cups diced fresh red tomatoes, cored removed, cut into 1/4 inch cubes; 1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic; 2 sprigs fresh thyme; 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 4 boneless salmon filets with skin 6 ounces each; basil leaves or parsley to garnish

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons butter
3 cups sliced red onions
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 cup dry red wine
2 whole cloves
1 bay leave
4 tablespoons honey
salt and pepper to taste
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 cups diced fresh red tomatoes, cored removed, cut into 1/4 inch cubes
1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic
2 sprigs fresh thyme
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
4 boneless salmon filets with skin 6 ounces each
basil leaves or parsley to garnish

1
1 preheat broiler to high
2
2 In a saucepan heat 1 tablespoon butter, add onions, cook briefly till wilted, add vinegar, wine, cloves, bay leaves, honey and salt and pepper. Bring to boil, then cook over medium heat, stirring often until liquid is mostly evaporated. Add remaining butter keep warm.
3
3 In a small saucepan heat 1 tablespoon olive oil, tomatoes, garlic, thyme, pepper flakes, salt and pepper. Cook over high heat, tossing and shaking. Blend well
4
4 sprinkle salmon with salt and pepper, brush with remaining olive oil. Place fillets skin side up 4 to 5 inches from heat cook 2 minutes turn onto skin side and cook for 3 minutes.
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5 remove skin from salmon

501

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons butter, 3 cups sliced red onions, 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar, 1 cup dry red wine, and more.

Yes, Grilled Salmon With Onion Honey Compote falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Grilled Salmon With Onion Honey Compote

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