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Korean-Inspired Gochujang Salmon with Sweet Savory Glaze: A Delicious Recipe You Must Try!

A delicious Korean-inspired salmon recipe featuring a sweet and savory gochujang glaze.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 6-ounce salmon fillets
  • 2 tablespoons gochujang Korean chili paste
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon minced ginger
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
  • 2 green onions sliced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Olive oil for cooking

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together gochujang, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and minced ginger until well combined.
  3. Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper on both sides. Place the fillets on the prepared baking sheet, skin side down.
  4. Brush the gochujang mixture generously over the top of each salmon fillet.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and is cooked through.
  6. Remove the salmon from the oven and sprinkle with sesame seeds and sliced green onions before serving.
  7. Serve immediately with steamed rice or your favorite vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 28gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add an extra teaspoon of gochujang to the glaze.
  • For a different flavor profile, substitute maple syrup for honey and add a splash of lime juice for brightness.

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