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Asian Salmon with Honey Ginger Glaze

Oven Baked Salmon with lip-smacking Honey Ginger Glaze is a quick and easy salmon recipe sure to become a favorite! Made with a few ingredients and in about 20 minutes, this tasty baked salmon recipe is perfect for busy weeknights!

Prep Time
7 mins
Cook Time
7 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 386 kcal
Course: Main Course , Lunch , Dinner
Cuisine: Asian

Ingredients

For the Glaze
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • ¼ cup soy sauce (use low sodium if you are sensitive to sodium)
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 teaspoon mirin
  • 1 (2-inch piece) fresh ginger, peeled and grated
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
The Salmon
  • 4 (6 -ounces) salmon fillets (skin-on or skinless)
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • Sesame seeds for garnishing, optional

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
To Make the Honey Ginger Glaze
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  1. In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the butter, add the soy sauce, honey, mirin, grated ginger and minced garlic. Mix to combine and simmer for about 3 minutes. Remove from the heat and let it cool for a couple of minutes.
Prepare the Salmon
  1. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper. If using a baking dish, omit the aluminum foil/parchment paper. Spray with cooking spray or coat the bottom with a little bit of oil (olive oil or canola oil) to prevent the fish from sticking.
  2. Place the salmon on the sheet pan or baking dish (skin side down). Season the salmon fillets lightly with salt and pepper.
  3. Pour the Honey Ginger Glaze over the salmon, making sure both sides are coated with the glaze. Bake for 10 to 15 minutes (depending on the size and thickness of the fish) or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily.
  4. Remove from the oven and garnish with sesame seeds (optional). Serve.

Notes

  • Cooking time will vary depending on the size and thickness of your salmon fillets.
  • Cook until the salmon is cooked through but still a bit pink in the middle and flakes easily. About 12 to 15 minutes for every 1-inch thickness of salmon. 
  • An instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the fillet should read 120°F to 130°F for medium-rare or 135°F to 145°F for medium and well-done.

Nutrition Information

Calories 386kcal (19%) Carbohydrates 10g (3%) Protein 35g (70%) Fat 22g (34%) Saturated Fat 8g (40%) Cholesterol 123mg (41%) Sodium 896mg (37%) Potassium 864mg (25%) Sugar 9g (18%) Vitamin A 420IU (8%) Vitamin C 0.5mg (1%) Calcium 29mg (3%) Iron 1.7mg (9%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 386

% Daily Value*

Calories 386kcal 19%
Carbohydrates 10g 3%
Protein 35g 70%
Fat 22g 34%
Saturated Fat 8g 40%
Cholesterol 123mg 41%
Sodium 896mg 37%
Potassium 864mg 18%
Sugar 9g 18%
Vitamin A 420IU 8%
Vitamin C 0.5mg 1%
Calcium 29mg 3%
Iron 1.7mg 9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.