Description
Sweet chili salmon is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines tender, flaky salmon fillets glazed with a sweet and tangy sauce. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, promising an explosion of flavors with every bite. Serve it alongside your favorite sides for a delightful meal that will impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb salmon fillets (skin-on)
- 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- Juice of 1 lime
- 2 green onions (sliced thinly)
- 1 tsp sesame oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together the sweet chili sauce, minced garlic, and lime juice.
- Place the salmon fillets skin-side down on a lined baking sheet and pour the sauce over them.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Drizzle sesame oil on top and sprinkle with sliced green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (170g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: - Marinate the salmon in sweet chili sauce for at least 30 minutes for enhanced flavor. - Swap salmon for trout or add fresh herbs like cilantro to elevate the dish.