Sweet Chili Salmon
User Reviews
4.6
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
3 people
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Calories
275 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Asian
Sweet Chili Salmon
Description
To prepare Sweet Chili Salmon, salmon fillets are seasoned with salt and pepper and then pan-seared in neutral oil until cooked through with a slight crust. Separately, a sauce is made by mixing Thai sweet chili sauce, lime juice, white sesame seeds, and chopped cilantro. After cooking, the sauce is drizzled over the salmon to complement its rich flavor with a lively blend of spicy sweetness, citrus, and sesame nuttiness.
The salmon’s texture is firm but tender, contrasting with the smooth, sticky sweet chili glaze. The citrus lime juice adds brightness to the palate, and freshly chopped cilantro provides a lightly aromatic herbal note.
This dish is best served immediately while warm. Alternatively, the salmon can be baked at 450°F for 12 to 15 minutes until done. The combination works well as a main course paired with simple sides like rice or steamed vegetables.
Ingredients
- 1 lb (500g) salmon cut into 2-3 pieces
- salt
- black pepper
- 1 teaspoon neutral cooking oil generic cooking oil
- 4 tablespoons Thai sweet chili sauce
- 1 1/2 teaspoons lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon white sesame
- 1/2 tablespoon cilantro chopped, leaves
Instructions
- Season the salmon with a pinch of salt and pepper. In a separate bowl, mix the sweet chili sauce, lime juice, sesame seeds, and cilantro leaves together. Stir well to combine and set aside.
- Heat a skillet with oil over medium heat. Pan-sear the salmon on both sides until cooked through. Transfer the salmon to a serving platter, drizzle the sweet chili sauce on top, and serve immediately.
Notes
- Baking the salmon at 450°F for 12 to 15 minutes is a good alternative to pan-searing, ensuring it cooks through evenly.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 3people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 275 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 3people | |
| Calories | 275kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 11g | 4% |
| Protein | 30g | 60% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 83mg | 28% |
| Sodium | 293mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 11g | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.6
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