Honey Garlic Salmon

Salmon fillets seared to perfection and coated in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce. The perfect easy and healthy dinner for a busy weeknight! Thank you Dinner at the Zoo

1 1/4 pounds salmon fillets
2 teaspoons olive oil
salt and pepper to taste
4 cloves garlic minced
1/4 cup water
1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
3 tablespoons honey
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 tablespoon chopped parsley
lemon wedges for serving

• Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium high heat. 
• Season the salmon with salt and pepper to taste.
• Place the salmon skin side up in the pan. 
• Cook for 4-5 minutes per side or until cooked through.
• Remove the salmon from the pan and place on a plate. 
• Cover with foil to keep warm.
• Add the garlic to the pan and cook for 30 seconds.
• Add the water, soy sauce and honey to the pan; bring to a simmer.
• In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch with 1 tablespoon cold water.
• Slowly pour the cornstarch mixture into the pan and whisk to combine. 
• Bring to a boil and cook for 1 minute or until sauce has just thickened.
• Return the salmon to the pan and spoon the sauce over the top. 
• Sprinkle with parsley and serve with lemon wedges if desired.