Description
This Simple Hoisin Glazed Salmon recipe is a quick and flavorful way to prepare tender and moist salmon fillets. The sweet and savory hoisin glaze adds a delicious Asian-inspired twist to this easy baked salmon dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon:
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
Hoisin Glaze:
- 1/4 cup hoisin sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
Others:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Prepare the glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together hoisin sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger until smooth.
- Prepare the salmon: Place salmon fillets skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Brush with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and spoon the hoisin glaze over each fillet.
- Bake: Bake for 12–15 minutes until cooked through. Broil for a caramelized finish, if desired.
- Garnish and serve: Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds before serving hot.
Notes
- This salmon pairs well with steamed rice, stir-fried veggies, or a simple cucumber salad.
- Adjust the glaze to your taste by adding a little sriracha for heat if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
