Spicy Honey Baked Salmon
User Reviews
4.6
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
3 people
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Calories
262 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Spicy Honey Baked Salmon
Description
Spicy Honey Baked Salmon features a fresh salmon fillet seasoned with salt and ground black pepper before being slathered in a honey-based glaze combining Dijon mustard, chili garlic sauce, apple cider vinegar, and sesame oil. The glaze offers sweetness balanced by tang and a mild spicy kick.
The salmon is wrapped tightly in aluminum foil to lock in moisture during baking at 400°F (207°C), resulting in juicy, tender flesh that flakes easily. After baking for 15–20 minutes, depending on thickness, the fish is unwrapped and garnished with chopped parsley for a fresh finish.
This preparation requires minimal hands-on time and highlights the delicate natural flavor of the salmon enhanced by the sticky sweet-spicy sauce. It pairs well with steamed vegetables or rice for a wholesome meal.
The recipe notes recommend a coarse-grained Dijon mustard but state that regular Dijon mustard is a suitable substitute if needed.
Ingredients
- 1 lb (500g) salmon
- salt
- black pepper ground
- 1 1/2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard whole grain
- 1 teaspoon Chili garlic sauce or tabasco sauce, Asian
- 1/2 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- parsley chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (207°C). Rinse the salmon with water and pat it dry with paper towels. Transfer the salmon to a large sheet of aluminum foil and season it with salt and ground black pepper.
- Combine the honey, Dijon mustard, chili garlic sauce (or Tabasco), apple cider vinegar, and sesame oil in a bowl. Stir to mix well. Add the spicy honey sauce to the salmon, spreading and coating the surface evenly.
- Fold and wrap the foil tightly, then bake in the oven for about 15–20 minutes (depending on the thickness of your salmon). Unwrap the salmon, garnish with parsley, and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use coarse-grained Dijon mustard for more texture, or regular Dijon as a substitute.
- Pat salmon dry before applying the glaze to help it adhere evenly.
- Adjust chili garlic sauce amount to control spiciness to your preference.
- Bake salmon wrapped tightly in foil to keep it moist and tender.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 3people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 262 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 3people | |
| Calories | 262kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 30g | 60% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 83mg | 28% |
| Sodium | 167mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 749mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 0.2g | 1% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 62IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 20mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.6
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