Description
Baked Asian Salmon is a quick, flavorful dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. With just a few simple ingredients, this recipe showcases fresh salmon fillets glazed with a savory Asian-inspired sauce featuring soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and hoisin. Ready in just 30 minutes, Baked Asian Salmon is a healthy meal option that’s rich in omega-3 fatty acids and pairs beautifully with brown rice or quinoa. The vibrant colors and delicious aroma will impress your family and friends while keeping your dinner table light and inviting.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh salmon
- 1 ½ tablespoons reduced sodium soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon minced ginger
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- ¼ teaspoon sriracha
- ¼ teaspoon sesame seeds
Instructions
- Marinate the salmon: Pat dry the salmon pieces. Combine soy sauce, garlic, and ginger in a bowl. Coat the salmon well in the mixture and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Bake the salmon: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the marinated salmon on the sheet and bake for about 15 minutes until it flakes easily with a fork.
- Prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, mix hoisin sauce, sriracha, and another portion of soy sauce.
- Serve: Plate the salmon over brown rice or quinoa, drizzle with the sauce, and sprinkle sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 piece of salmon (170g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg