What ingredients do I need to make the glaze for Asian Glazed Salmon?

The glaze for Asian Glazed Salmon typically includes fresh ginger, garlic, soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sweet chili sauce. These ingredients combine to create a sweet and savory flavor with a hint of spice. You can prepare the glaze by mixing them well and using it to marinate the salmon before cooking.

How long should I marinate salmon for the best flavor in this recipe?

For optimal flavor, marinate the salmon for at least 30 minutes. If you have more time, marinating it overnight in the refrigerator allows the flavors to penetrate deeper, making the fish even more flavorful.

What’s the best way to cook Asian Glazed Salmon to get a caramelized finish?

Cooking the salmon under the grill or broiler is recommended to achieve a caramelized glaze without overcooking the fish. Avoid stovetop or BBQ cooking for this recipe, as the glaze can burn quickly. Broiling allows the sugars in the glaze to caramelize nicely while keeping the salmon tender.

Can I substitute sweet chili sauce in the salmon glaze with something else?

Yes, if you don’t have sweet chili sauce, you can substitute it with a mixture of honey or maple syrup combined with sriracha or another hot sauce. Alternatively, mixing jam with hot water and chili flakes can provide a similar sweet and spicy flavor profile.

Should I cook the salmon with skin on or skin off for this recipe?

It’s perfectly fine to cook the salmon with the skin on or off. The skin helps keep the fish moist during cooking and can be easily removed after. Many prefer to cook it with the skin on for added flavor and texture, then simply eat the flesh and discard the skin.

Asian Glazed Salmon Recipe With Sweet Savory Sauce

Name: Asian Glazed Salmon
Prep time: 35 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 2 salmon fillets, 180g (6oz) each, skinless or with skin; Oil spray, such as olive oil or canola oil; 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated; 1 garlic clove, crushed; 1 tbsp soy sauce; 2 tbsp oyster sauce; 2 tbsp sweet chili sauce (can be substituted with 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup plus sriracha or chili flakes to taste, or 2 tbsp jam mixed with hot water and sriracha or chili flakes to achieve a similar consistency); Sesame seeds (use as desired); Finely sliced scallions or shallots (use as desired); Steamed Asian greens (serve as a side); Rice (serve as a side)

Ingredients

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2 salmon fillets, 180g (6oz) each, skinless or with skin

Oil spray, such as olive oil or canola oil

1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated

1 garlic clove, crushed

1 tbsp soy sauce

2 tbsp oyster sauce

2 tbsp sweet chili sauce (can be substituted with 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup plus sriracha or chili flakes to taste, or 2 tbsp jam mixed with hot water and sriracha or chili flakes to achieve a similar consistency)

Sesame seeds (use as desired)

Finely sliced scallions or shallots (use as desired)

Steamed Asian greens (serve as a side)

Rice (serve as a side)

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Instructions

1-Getting started with Asian Glazed Salmon: mix all the marinade ingredients in a shallow bowl and add the salmon fillets to coat them evenly. Let them marinate for at least 30 minutes to soak up those flavors.

2-After marinating: preheat your grill or broiler on high and position the rack about 10 inches from the heat. Place the fillets on a baking tray without oil or paper, then dab on the marinade glaze carefully. Grill or broil for 7 minutes before spraying the surface with oil spray.

3-Return the salmon to the grill for another 1 to 3 minutes until it’s caramelized and flakes easily, aiming for an internal temperature of 50°C for medium rare. For a simple finish, serve it with sesame seeds, sliced scallions, rice, and steamed Asian greens.

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Notes

🔥 This recipe is best cooked under a grill or broiler to quickly caramelize the glaze.
🌿 Avoid using paper on the baking tray to prevent burning; salmon oils prevent sticking.
⏲️ Monitor cooking time closely to avoid overcooking and drying the salmon.

Author: Brandi Oshea
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Marinate: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: Grilling/Broiling
Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 fillet
Calories: 276