Sesame Crusted Salmon

Preheat the oven to 400°F (400°F).

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.

Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Brush each fillet generously with the sauce mixture, reserving about 1 tablespoon of the sauce for later use on the crust.

Combine the black and white sesame seeds in a shallow dish.

Spread the reserved sauce on the top of each fillet, then press the fillets into the sesame seed mixture, turning to coat both sides evenly.

Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 12–15 minutes, or until the flesh flakes easily with a fork and the sesame crust is golden brown.

Remove from the oven and let rest for 2 minutes.

Serve immediately, optionally squeezing fresh lemon juice over the top for brightness.