Description
Sticky Sweet Salmon Magic is a deliciously glazed baked salmon recipe featuring a sweet and savory sauce made with honey, soy sauce, brown sugar, and fresh aromatics. This Asian-inspired dish offers a perfect balance of sticky sweetness and umami, resulting in tender, flaky salmon with a luscious caramelized finish, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds for a vibrant touch.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon and Garnish
- 1 1/2 pounds salmon fillets, skin on or off
- Sliced green onions, for garnish
- Sesame seeds, for garnish
Sticky Sweet Sauce
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce or coconut aminos
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar or lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh grated ginger
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with oil to prevent sticking.
- Make the Sticky Sauce: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine honey, soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, olive oil, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Simmer this mixture for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently until the sauce thickens slightly and becomes sticky.
- Prepare the Salmon: Place the salmon fillets onto the prepared baking sheet. Generously brush the salmon with the sticky sauce, ensuring full coverage for maximum flavor.
- Bake the Salmon: Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes. Halfway through baking, baste the salmon again with the sauce to enhance the glaze and moisture.
- Broil for Caramelization: For an extra caramelized finish, broil the salmon for 1 to 2 minutes at the end of baking. Keep a close watch to avoid burning.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the salmon from the oven and garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving to add fresh flavor and a decorative touch.
Notes
- This salmon pairs wonderfully with rice, quinoa, or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
- For a skillet version, cook the salmon in a pan and spoon the sauce over during the final minutes to achieve similar sticky glaze results.
- Leftover sauce can be saved and drizzled over vegetables or noodles for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
