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Sticky Asian Glazed Salmon

Sticky Asian Glazed Salmon That'll Wow Your Weeknight Dinner

Experience a flavor explosion with this Sticky Asian Glazed Salmon, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 1 minute
Total Time 26 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 1 lb Salmon Fillet Can substitute with trout or mackerel.
For the Glaze
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Low-sodium option available.
  • 2 tbsp Honey Maple syrup can be used as a vegan substitute.
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Oil Avocado oil is a neutral alternative.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh cloves are best.
  • 1 tbsp Ginger Fresh ginger gives the best flavor.
For the Bok Choy
  • 2 cups Bok Choy Can substitute with spinach or broccolini.
For Adjusting the Glaze
  • 1 tbsp Water To adjust glaze consistency.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • saucepan
  • stirring spoon

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a small saucepan, combine soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Heat over medium heat until it simmers, stirring for about 5 minutes until thickened.
  2. Pat the salmon fillet dry. In a large skillet, heat a tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add the salmon skin-side down.
  3. Sear the salmon for 4-5 minutes until the skin is crispy. Flip and brush glaze over the top. Cook for another 4-6 minutes until flaked and cooked through.
  4. Add halved bok choy to the same skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes until tender but crisp.
  5. Let salmon rest for a minute. Serve with bok choy and any extra glaze drizzled on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1portionCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For the best results, dry the salmon thoroughly before cooking and keep an eye on the glaze as it cooks to prevent burning.

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