Sweet Chili Salmon
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
194 kcal
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Course
Main Course
Sweet Chili Salmon
Description
This recipe prepares fresh salmon fillets seasoned with salt and black pepper, then brushed with Thai sweet chili sauce before baking at 400°F. Baking the salmon skin-side down ensures crisping of the skin and keeps the fish moist. The relatively short bake time of 13 to 15 minutes helps retain a tender, flaky texture when done properly.
The sweet chili sauce adds a subtle spicy-sweet glaze that complements the salmon's natural richness without overpowering it. Optional lime juice brightens the dish with citrus notes.
Serving suggestions include jasmine rice for a fragrant, mild base, alongside fresh cucumber, chopped scallions, cilantro, and toasted sesame seeds that add refreshing crunch and herbaceous accents.
Sweet chili sauce is commonly found in the Asian foods aisle of most grocery stores, making it accessible. Nutritional information covers just the salmon and sauce without additional toppings, which can be adjusted based on portions.
Ingredients
- 1 pound salmon cut into 4 pieces, fresh
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup Thai sweet chili sauce or to taste
- lime juice optional but recommended, serve with
- rice
- cucumber
- scallions
- cilantro
- sesame seeds
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400F and move the rack to the middle position. Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper for easy clean-up.
- Place the salmon, skin-side down, on the baking sheet. Season it with salt & pepper. Spread about a tablespoon of sweet chili sauce on each quarter, totalling about 1/4 cup (I just use the back of a spoon). You can always add a bit more sauce if you wish.
- Bake the salmon for 13-15 minutes or until it flakes easily with a fork. Keep in mind that the salmon will continue to cook for a bit after you take it out of the oven. If your salmon is particularly thick (like more than an inch thick in the thickest part), it may need a little more time.
- I like to squeeze some lime juice over top and serve it with jasmine rice, scallions, cilantro, cucumber, and sesame seeds sprinkled over top.
Notes
- Find Thai sweet chili sauce in the Asian foods section of most grocery stores for convenience.
- Nutritional values account for salmon and sauce only; toppings are extra and can be customized.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 194 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 194kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 8g | 3% |
| Protein | 23g | 46% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 62mg | 21% |
| Sodium | 209mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 556mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 0.1g | 0% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 45IU | 1% |
| Calcium | 14mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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