Thai Baked Salmon
Elevate your weeknight dinner with this irresistibly flavorful Thai Baked Salmon, a dish that combines the fresh, tender taste of oven-baked salmon with the bold, zesty essence of Thai cuisine. Marinated in a blend of soy sauce, fish sauce, lime juice, garlic, ginger, and a touch of brown sugar, this recipe masterfully balances savory, tangy, and sweet notes with a hint of heat from red chili flakes. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s perfect for busy evenings yet elegant enough for entertaining. Topped with fresh cilantro and green onions and served with lime wedges, this vibrant dish pairs beautifully with fluffy rice or a crisp cucumber salad. Give your mealtime a flavor-packed upgrade with this easy, healthy, and gluten-free Thai-inspired baked salmon recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (about 6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon, grated ginger
- 0.5 teaspoons red chili flakes
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 stalks, thinly sliced green onions
- 4 pieces lime wedges
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, lime juice, minced garlic, grated ginger, red chili flakes, and sesame oil.
Place the salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet, skin-side down. Spoon the marinade over each fillet, ensuring they are evenly coated.
Let the salmon sit for 10 minutes at room temperature to absorb the flavors.
Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
Optional: For a slightly caramelized top, switch your oven to broil for the last 2 minutes of cooking.
Remove the salmon from the oven and let it rest for 2-3 minutes. Garnish with fresh cilantro and green onions.
Serve warm with lime wedges on the side. Pair with steamed rice, quinoa, or a fresh cucumber salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1529 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 90.6 g | 116% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.9 g | 64% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 272 mg | 91% | |
| Sodium | 4802 mg | 209% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.1 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.2 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.7 g | ||
| Protein | 149.2 g | 298% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 103 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 6.2 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 527 mg | 11% | |
*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.
