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Diplomatic Delight

An Elegant Salmon Entrée to Impress Every Guest

4servings
45 min
Medium
Worth the slow weekend prepMacros ready to logFeeds a hungry crew
Diplomatic Delight

About this recipe

Take your dinner party to the next level with 'Diplomatic Delight', a harmonious blend of flavors that combines succulent baked salmon with a savory-sweet glaze. This delightful dish promises to captivate your guests with its tantalizing taste and presentation.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound fresh salmon fillets
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon grated ginger
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 1/4 cup toasted sesame seeds

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat your oven to 375°F.

  2. 2

    In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, and rice vinegar.

  3. 3

    Place salmon fillets skin-side down in a baking dish lined with parchment paper. Pour marinade over them and let sit for 20 minutes.

  4. 4

    Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until the flesh flakes easily with a fork.

  5. 5

    In a saucepan, combine cornstarch and water. Heat over medium, stirring until thickened.

  6. 6

    Remove salmon from the oven, drizzle with thickened sauce, and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.

  7. 7

    Serve hot with steamed rice or vegetables for a full meal experience.

Chef's tip

For added flavor, consider marinating the salmon for up to an hour. Ensure sesame seeds are toasted for best results.

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