Soy Ginger Salmon
Baked Soy Ginger Salmon—An easy, foolproof recipe for moist and flavorful baked salmon with honey soy ginger glaze. Simple, healthy, and delicious!
2 Servings
| Nutrition (1 serv.) | Amount | Nutrition (1 serv.) | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 338 kcal | Sugar | 7 g |
| Carbs | 9 g | Cholesterol | 150 mg |
| Protein | 45 g | Sodium | 1213 mg |
| Fat | 13 g | Fiber | – |
| Sugar | 7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 150 mg | ||
| Sodium | 1213 mg | ||
| Fiber | – |
Prep Time: 5 min Cook Time: 15 min Total Time: 20 min
Ingredients
3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
2 cloves garlic minced (about 2 teaspoons)
2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger
1 teaspoon honey
½ teaspoon garlic-chili paste sriracha, or 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 pound skin-on salmon fillet* at room temperature, cut into 3–4 portions
2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
Chopped green onions for serving
Toasted sesame seeds for serving
Instructions
Place a rack in the center of your oven and preheat to 425 degrees F. Place a large cast-iron skillet or other sturdy, ovenproof skillet on a burner set to high and heat for at least 10 minutes. You want the pan screaming hot or the salmon will stick to it.
In a small saucepan, stir together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger. Bring to a simmer over medium high, then remove from heat and stir in the honey and chili paste. Remove a few spoonfuls of the cooked glaze in a separate bowl for serving.
Drizzle the salmon with the olive oil and brush so that it is evenly coated. Place the salmon skin-side up on the hot skillet. Let cook for about 3 minutes, totally undisturbed, until the salmon forms a nice crust. When the salmon turns opaque on the sides and starts to turn opaque on top, use a flexible spatula to flip the salmon so that it is skin-side down. Brush or spoon the remaining glaze in the saucepan all over the top. Place the skillet immediately into the oven and let cook for 6 minutes (the salmon will appear a little undercooked in the center but will finish cooking as it rests). Remove from the oven and cover with foil. Let rest 4 to 5 minutes. Serve immediately, topped with reserved glaze, chopped green onion, and sesame seeds.