Hoisin-Glazed Salmon

About this recipe

This delightful and nutritious hoisin-glazed salmon offers a quick weekday meal packed with flavor. The rich hoisin sauce, paired with a hint of freshness from ginger and garlic, brings a savory and sweet profile, creating the perfect harmony for a delicious dinner.

Ingredients

• 4 salmon fillets
• 1/4 cup hoisin sauce
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
• 2 green onions, thinly sliced
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon sesame seeds

Directions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. 2

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

3. 3

   Arrange the salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet.

4. 4

   Brush the hoisin mixture over the fillets, ensuring even coverage.

5. 5

   Sprinkle sesame seeds on top of the glazed salmon.

6. 6

   Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork. The internal temperature should reach 145°F (63°C).

7. 7

   Garnish with thinly sliced green onions and serve immediately.