Asian Salmon Recipe

I have a habit of falling into long, energetic discussions about cooking (surprised?). One topic that especially gets me gabbing is go-to ideas. Fast and easy baked salmon recipes like this Soy Ginger Salmon are at the top of my list!

Mid-cut, she asked if I ever found myself cooking the same thing over and over again. (Apparently she was having an interlude with all things sesame/ginger and was curious if I’d gone through similar phases.)

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. …
2. In a small bowl, whisk honey, garlic, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger and Sriracha.
3. Place salmon onto prepared baking sheet and fold foil edges inward slightly. …
4. Bake until cooked through, 15-20 minutes. …
5. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.

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!

Prep: 5min

Total: 20min

Yield: 2

Serving Size: 1 (of 2)

Nutrition Facts: servingSize 1 (of 2), calories 338 kcal, Carbohydrate 9 g, Protein 45 g, Fat 13 g, Saturated Fat 3 g, Cholesterol 150 mg, Sodium 1213 mg, Sugar 7 g

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
• 1/2 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)

Instruction:

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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.

Asian Salmon in Foil

The best and easiest way to make salmon in foil – and you won’t believe how much flavor is packed right in!

Prep: 10min

Total: 30min

Yield: 4

Ingredients:

• 1/4 cup honey
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 2 tablespoons reduced sodium soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon seasoned rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
• 1 teaspoon Sriracha (optional)
• Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
• 2 pounds salmon
• 2 green onions (thinly sliced)
• 1/2 teaspoon sesame seeds

Instruction:

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with foil.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together honey, garlic, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, Sriracha and pepper, to taste.
3. Place salmon onto the prepared baking sheet and fold up all 4 sides of the foil. Spoon the honey mixture over the salmon. Fold the sides of the foil over the salmon, covering completely and sealing the packet closed.
4. Place into oven and bake until cooked through, about 15-20 minutes.* Open the packet and broil for 2-3 minutes, or until caramelized and slightly charred.
5. Serve immediately, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds, if desired.

20-Minute Asian Salmon

Asian salmon is quickly broiled, then coated with a tasty glaze of soy sauce, honey, and garlic. A truly easy 20-minute recipe!

Prep: 15min

Total: 20min

Yield: 4

Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet

Nutrition Facts: servingSize 1 salmon fillet, calories 340 kcal, Carbohydrate 6 g, Protein 33 g, Fat 18 g, Saturated Fat 3 g, Sodium 365 mg, Sugar 4 g

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or a gluten-free alternative )
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon hot sauce
• 1 teaspoon minced fresh garlic
• 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger root
• Avocado oil spray
• 4 (6 oz) salmon fillets
• 4 tablespoons thinly sliced scallions (green part only)

Instruction:

1. Heat your broiler on high and position a rack 3-4 inches below the heating element (top rack). Line a large rimmed broiler-safe baking sheet with foil and spray it with oil. Place the salmon pieces on the foil and spray them with oil.
2. In a small saucepan, whisk together the soy sauce and cornstarch. Add the honey, hot sauce, minced garlic and minced ginger, whisking to combine.
3. Heat the glaze over medium-low heat, whisking often, for 2-3 minutes, until it thickens into a syrup. Remove from heat.
4. Broil the salmon until opaque and cooked through, about 5 minutes.
5. Remove the cooked salmon fillets onto a serving platter. Brush them with the glaze, sprinkle them with scallions, and serve.

Asian Grilled Salmon

Ina Garten’s Asian Grilled Salmon, from Barefoot Contessa on Food Network, is a light, quick main dish with salty-sharp flavors like Dijon and soy sauce.

Prep: 0 5min0

Total: 0 34min0

Yield: 6 servings

Serving Size: 1 of 6 servings

Nutrition Facts: servingSize 1 of 6 servings, calories 599, Fat 44g, Saturated Fat 9g, Carbohydrate 1g, Fiber 0g, Sugar 0g, Protein 47g, Cholesterol 125mg, Sodium 631mg

Ingredients:

• 1 side fresh salmon, boned but skin on (about 3 pounds)
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 3 tablespoons good soy sauce
• 6 tablespoons good olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic

Instruction:

1. Light charcoal briquettes in a grill and brush the grilling rack with oil to keep the salmon from sticking.
2. While the grill is heating, lay the salmon skin side down on a cutting board and cut it crosswise into 4 equal pieces. Whisk together the mustard, soy sauce, olive oil, and garlic in a small bowl. Drizzle half of the marinade onto the salmon and allow it to sit for 10 minutes.
3. Place the salmon skin side down on the hot grill; discard the marinade the fish was sitting in. Grill for 4 to 5 minutes, depending on the thickness of the fish. Turn carefully with a wide spatula and grill for another 4 to 5 minutes. The salmon will be slightly raw in the center, but don’t worry; it will keep cooking as it sits.
4. Transfer the fish to a flat plate, skin side down, and spoon the reserved marinade on top. Allow the fish to rest for 10 minutes. Remove the skin and serve warm, at room temperature, or chilled.

Asian Glazed Salmon