Baked Honey Sriracha Salmon: A Sweet-Spicy Dinner Delight

This Baked Honey Sriracha Salmon combines sweet and spicy flavors for a quick dinner that pleases everyone.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 10

Resting Time 5

Total Time 25

Servings: 2 fillets

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Asian

Calories: 280

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Salmon

1 pound Salmon Fillet Wild-caught is recommended for the best taste.
1 tablespoon Vegetable Oil Substitute with canola oil if desired.

For the Glaze

2 cloves Garlic Minced.
2 tablespoons Sriracha Sauce Adjust for spice preference.
2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Use gluten-free soy sauce or tamari if needed.
2 tablespoons Honey Agave syrup works as a vegan substitute.
1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar Can be replaced with apple cider vinegar.
1 teaspoon Sesame Oil Use sparingly.

For Garnishing

1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds Can be omitted if unavailable.
1 tablespoon Cilantro Leaves Optional garnish.

Equipment

Oven
baking tray
Parchment paper
small saucepan

Method

Preparation Steps

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Place the salmon fillet skin-side down on a baking tray. Season with salt and pepper.
Cover the salmon with parchment paper and bake for about 10 minutes.
In a small saucepan, combine vegetable oil, minced garlic, sriracha, soy sauce, honey, and rice vinegar. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 8-10 minutes.
Remove the salmon, discard the top parchment, and glaze the salmon with the honey sriracha mixture.
Return the glazed salmon to the oven and bake for an additional 8-10 minutes.
Garnish with sesame seeds and cilantro leaves before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 22gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 550mgPotassium: 600mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 1mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Perfect to serve with rice or a crisp salad alongside the salmon.

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