Description
Sweet Chili Sriracha Salmon is a vibrant and delectable dish that seamlessly combines sweetness and spice, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. This easy-to-make salmon recipe features a luscious glaze created from sweet chili sauce and Sriracha, enhancing the fish’s natural flavors. With a prep time of just 20 minutes, this dish is not only quick but also brimming with healthy nutrients, including protein and omega-3 fatty acids. Serve it alongside rice, steamed vegetables, or a fresh salad for a complete meal that your family and friends will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz wild Alaskan salmon (cut into four 3-inch portions)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp Sriracha (adjust to taste)
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- Optional: 1-2 tsp rice vinegar
- For garnishing: toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onion
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 275°F.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, sesame oil, Sriracha, minced garlic, and optional rice vinegar. Reserve half for later.
- Marinate the salmon in the remaining mixture for about 15 minutes.
- Arrange marinated salmon on a baking sheet lined with foil or parchment paper. Bake for 14-16 minutes until the thickest part reaches an internal temperature of 125°F.
- Drizzle reserved marinade over salmon before serving. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and green onions.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of salmon (85g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 70mg