Lacquered Salmon
Elevate your dinner table with this irresistible Lacquered Salmon, a dish that combines tender, flaky salmon fillets with a glossy, flavor-packed glaze. This recipe features a harmonious blend of soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and sesame oil, perfectly balanced by fresh ginger and garlic for a savory-sweet umami experience. The glaze, thickened to a luxurious syrup, coats the salmon beautifully before it's seared to golden perfection and oven-baked for a moist, melt-in-your-mouth texture. Garnished with vibrant scallions and sesame seeds, this stunning dish comes together in just 30 minutes, making it an elegant yet effortless choice for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Pair it with steamed rice or sautéed veggies for a complete gourmet experience!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 0.25 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 scallions, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, and brown sugar.
Stir the mixture occasionally and bring it to a gentle simmer until the sugar is dissolved, about 2-3 minutes.
In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water until smooth. Slowly pour this into the saucepan while whisking constantly.
Continue to simmer the glaze for another 2-3 minutes until it thickens slightly into a syrupy consistency. Remove from heat and reserve 2 tablespoons of the glaze for serving.
Brush the remaining glaze generously over the salmon fillets, ensuring they are well coated. Place the fillets skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
Heat a large, oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat and add the vegetable oil. Once the oil is hot, sear the salmon fillets (non-glazed side down) for 1-2 minutes until slightly browned.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
Remove the salmon from the oven and let it rest for 2-3 minutes. Drizzle the reserved glaze over the fillets before serving.
Garnish with sliced scallions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately with your favorite side dishes, such as steamed rice or sautéed vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1768 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 108.7 g | 139% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.5 g | 78% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 272 mg | 91% | |
| Sodium | 2863 mg | 124% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 54.9 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.1 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 44.3 g | ||
| Protein | 150.2 g | 300% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 66 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 6.1 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 416 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
