Description
Indulgent Sweet Chili Glazed Salmon combines zesty Asian-inspired flavors with perfectly seared fish. Delicate salmon meets spicy-sweet glaze, creating a memorable dinner experience you’ll savor to the last delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1.5 pounds fresh salmon
- 1/2 cup sweet thai chili sauce
- 2 cups mixed baby greens
Seasoning and Aromatics:
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sriracha sauce
- 1 bunch green onions, sliced thin
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Herbs and Additional Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 2–3 sprigs fresh cilantro leaves
- 2–3 sprigs fresh mint leaves
- 1 whole lime, cut for serving
Instructions
- Craft a vibrant glaze by whisking together Thai chili sauce, zesty lime juice, umami-rich soy sauce, and minced ginger. Fold in half of the sliced green onions for added freshness.
- Carefully inspect salmon for any lingering bones, then thoroughly pat dry with paper towels. Season both surfaces generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Spread a portion of the prepared sauce across the bottom of a baking dish. Nestle salmon fillets into the sauce, ensuring each piece is completely coated with the remaining glaze.
- Preheat oven to 275°F. Bake salmon for approximately 20 minutes, monitoring until the internal temperature reaches a perfect 130°F for optimal tenderness and flavor.
- While salmon cooks, create a light salad by tossing mixed greens with a simple dressing of olive oil, fresh lime juice, salt, and cracked black pepper.
- Artfully arrange dressed greens on a serving platter. Carefully transfer glazed salmon on top of the greens. Enhance presentation by garnishing with remaining green onions, fresh herbs, and bright lime wedges for a final citrusy touch.
Notes
- Sauce Customization: Adjust sweetness by varying the ratio of Thai chili sauce to lime juice for personal taste preference.
- Fish Selection: Choose fresh, high-quality salmon with firm, bright flesh and minimal odor for best results.
- Temperature Precision: Use a meat thermometer to ensure salmon reaches exact doneness without overcooking, which can dry out the fish.
- Dietary Adaptations: Swap soy sauce with tamari for gluten-free version or use coconut aminos for lower sodium alternative.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg