Asian Salmon
Asian Salmon is a flavorful dish that combines tender salmon fillets with a delightful sweet and savory marinade made from soy sauce, honey, ginger, and garlic. This easy-to-make recipe transforms any meal into a gourmet experience, making it perfect for entertaining guests or enjoying a cozy night in. Serve alongside steamed rice or stir-fried vegetables for a complete and satisfying meal that will have everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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- 4 fresh salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds (for garnishing)
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnishing)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, garlic, and ginger until smooth.
- Place salmon fillets in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them; let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Remove salmon from the marinade (reserve it) and place on the baking sheet. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until flaky.
- While baking, bring reserved marinade to a boil in a saucepan; simmer for 5 minutes until thickened.
- Serve salmon drizzled with glaze, topped with sesame seeds and green onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg