Description
Honey Soy Glazed Salmon is a delightful culinary experience that marries the sweetness of honey with the savory depth of soy sauce. This dish features tender, flaky salmon fillets enveloped in a glossy glaze that not only tantalizes the taste buds but also elevates your dinner table. Perfect for both weeknight meals and special occasions, this recipe is sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, and lemon juice until well blended.
- Marinate the Salmon: Place salmon fillets in a shallow dish and pour marinade over them. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Bake the Salmon: Transfer marinated salmon to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 15-20 minutes until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Add Finishing Touches: Drizzle leftover marinade over cooked salmon and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg