Description
Honey soy salmon fillets are a flavor-packed dish that brings the essence of Asian cuisine right to your table. Succulent salmon is marinated in a delightful blend of honey and soy sauce, creating a perfect balance of sweet and savory. This easy-to-make recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or impressing guests at dinner parties. With its vibrant colors and mouthwatering aroma, this dish is sure to become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 (6 oz) fresh boneless salmon fillets
- 1/4 cup pure honey
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- For garnish: 2 green onions, thinly sliced
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Marinate salmon fillets in the mixture for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). If grilling or pan-searing, skip this step.
- Place the marinated salmon skin-side down in a greased baking dish and drizzle with any leftover marinade.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until cooked through but tender.
- Simmer remaining marinade in a saucepan for about five minutes until it thickens into a glaze.
- Drizzle the glaze over the cooked salmon and garnish with sliced green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added crunch, sprinkle sesame seeds on top before serving. Substitute honey with maple syrup for a unique flavor twist. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.