Ingredients for Asian Sesame Salmon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground sesame seeds, plus extra for garnish
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Onion
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes, optional
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 green onions, finely chopped, divided
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 4 (6 ounce) salmon fillets
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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How to Make Asian Sesame Salmon
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons honey, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, 1 teaspoon grated ginger, 1 clove minced garlic, 1/2 teaspoon ground sesame seeds, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
- Finely chop 2 green onions and stir in half into the honey mixture. Save the remaining green onions for garnish.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the honey mixture (optional).
- Place 4 (6-ounce) salmon fillets in a 13x9 inch baking dish.
- Pour the honey mixture evenly over the salmon fillets.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. Baste with the honey mixture halfway through.
- Garnish with the remaining chopped green onions and extra sesame seeds (optional) before serving.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
14 g
Sugar
47g
Fat
4g
Carbs
4g
