Description
This Honey Garlic Soy Glazed Salmon recipe offers a deliciously sweet and savory glaze over tender baked salmon fillets. Marinated briefly in a combination of soy sauce, honey, garlic, and ginger, the salmon is then baked to perfection and finished with a thickened glaze. It’s an easy, flavorful dish perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner or special occasion.
Ingredients
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Salmon
- 4 salmon fillets, about 6 ounces (170g) each
Marinade
- 1/3 cup (80ml) reduced sodium soy sauce (or regular)
- 1/3 cup (113g) honey
- 1 Tablespoon (15ml) sesame oil (or olive oil)
- 3 garlic cloves, minced (or 2 teaspoons jarred/minced)
- 1 teaspoon peeled minced fresh ginger
Optional Garnish
- Chopped green onion
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Marinate the salmon: Place salmon fillets into a large zippered food storage bag or shallow dish. In a mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, minced garlic, and fresh ginger until combined. Pour about half of this marinade over the salmon, ensuring each fillet is well coated. Seal or cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow flavors to infuse.
- Preheat oven: Set your oven to 375°F (191°C). Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper, foil, or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
- Bake salmon: Arrange the marinated salmon fillets skin side down on the prepared baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. An instant-read thermometer should read 145°F (63°C) when inserted into the thickest part.
- Prepare glaze: While the salmon bakes, pour the remaining marinade into a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook until the sauce thickens into a glaze, stirring occasionally. This will concentrate the flavors and create a shiny coating.
- Glaze and serve: Once the salmon is done baking, remove it from the oven and drizzle the thickened glaze over each fillet. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds for added flavor and texture. Serve immediately with your choice of sides.
Notes
- Make Ahead Instructions: You can marinate the salmon up to 4 hours in advance; for best results, do not exceed 8 hours to avoid over-marinating.
- Special Tools: Using glass containers, a glass mixing bowl, whisk, baking sheet lined with silicone mat or parchment, foil, and an instant-read thermometer will enhance preparation and cooking precision.
- Sides Recommendation: Serve the glazed salmon alongside steamed broccoli and rice, drizzled with any leftover glaze for a balanced meal.
- Frozen Salmon: Always thaw frozen salmon completely before marinating and cooking to ensure even doneness.
- Chicken Substitute: This marinade can be used for chicken as well. Increase baking time accordingly and marinate chicken for at least 1 hour for best results.
