Broiled Salmon with Thai Sweet Chili Glaze
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Marinated in sweet chili sauce, soy sauce and ginger, this broiled salmon makes a super-easy weeknight dinner.
In this super-easy weeknight recipe, salmon fillets are quickly marinated in Thai sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, and ginger, then broiled to achieve a luscious caramelized finish. While this dish is undeniably easy to prepare, the flavors are anything but ordinary. Thai sweet chili sauce, a delicious blend of red chilies, vinegar, sugar, and garlic, has a sweet and tangy flavor that complements the rich salmon perfectly. This sauce is one of the best condiments to keep in your kitchen. For more ways to use it, try my Thai-style sweet red chili shrimp or use it as a dipping sauce for Asian appetizers like spring rolls or crispy coconut shrimp.
Broiled Salmon with Thai Sweet Chili Glaze
Marinated in sweet chili sauce, soy sauce and ginger, this broiled salmon makes a super-easy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- 1½ pounds (or four 6-ounce pieces) salmon, skin on or off
- 6 tablespoons Thai Sweet Chili Sauce (best quality, such as Mae Ploy or Thai Kitchen)
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce (use gluten-free if needed)
- 1 tablespoon peeled and finely grated fresh ginger (see note)
- 2 scallions, green parts only, finely sliced
Instructions
- Set the oven rack 5-6 inches from the top and preheat the broiler.
- Make the marinade by combining the sweet chili sauce, soy sauce and ginger in a shallow baking dish. Spoon ¼ cup of the marinade into a small dish and set aside (this will be the sauce for the cooked fish). Add the salmon fillets, skin side up, to the remaining marinade and marinate for 1 hour in refrigerator.
- Line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil and spray with nonstick cooking spray. Transfer the salmon fillets to the prepared baking sheet, skin side down, and drizzle a bit of the marinade over top. Go easy -- you don't want it to pool too much on the baking sheet because it will burn in the oven. Broil the salmon for 6-10 minutes, or until browned in spots and almost opaque in the center. Transfer the salmon to a serving platter and pour the reserved sauce over top. Garnish with scallions and serve.
- Note: Check out easy guidance on how to peel, grate, and chop fresh ginger here.
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Nutrition Information
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- Per serving (4 servings)
- Calories: 391
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Sugar: 3g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 37g
- Sodium: 1108mg
- Cholesterol: 94mg
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Gluten-Free Adaptable Note
To the best of my knowledge, all of the ingredients used in this recipe are gluten-free or widely available in gluten-free versions. There is hidden gluten in many foods; if you're following a gluten-free diet or cooking for someone with gluten allergies, always read the labels of your ingredients to verify that they are gluten-free.
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Just made this last night and it was delicious. I had to cook it a little longer than listed but i cant wait to keep on a weekly rotation
So easy and delicious. Don’t omit the scallions, it adds a nice touch when you plate it. Even my father, who says he doesn’t love salmon, ate all of it. A few parts of the salmon pieces looked burnt but they ended up being so tasty.
I ordered the Mae Ploy Korean Chili sauce from Amazon. I followed the recipe as written and it turned out perfectly! I have no suggested changes. I’ve never broiled salmon before and didn’t know how it would turn out, but it definitely the easiest method I’ve tried so far. Thanks again, Jen!
Wow! How quick and easy! I don’t do fish, so I was very nervous to broil salmon. As usual with Jen, everything went great. Many thanks, my cooking mentor!
Hi ,
Tried this Salmon recipe and flavor was good but the bottom of the Salmon was still undercooked and sort of soggy and slimy which we do not care for…
Any suggestions? I have the butcher remove the skin prior to cooking Salmon.
thank you
Hi JooJoo, sorry to hear you had a bit of a problem with this. Next time you make it, I’d suggest broiling the salmon for a minute or two on one side and then flipping it and cooking it as instructed on the other side. It may also have been that you had a particularly thick cut of salmon which may take it longer to cook through. Hope that helps!
LOVED this recipe! And it’s so quick and easy! Thanks, Jen.
one of my faves to make big hit with everyone 🙂
This is the first time I’ve cut up a large piece of salmon and attempted this type of recipe. I can’t find the words to explain how good this is!! My family was blown away. During this time when we’re really counting our pennies, this was a splurge. (I bought the fresh salmon at Costco.) Thank you, Jennifer… It completely delivered! I served it with a combo of Jasmine rice and riced cauliflower (with asian seasoning for those that are watching their carbs), flattened green beans and the remaining Asian Slaw with Ginger-Peanut Dressing (which I made yesterday and was also a big hit!). I have lost most of my income during this time as my work is connected to music and entertainment. I’ve ended up pouring that same energy into making beautiful meals for my family. One way or another, I’m going to make something beautiful each day.
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As many have mentioned, this is my new favorite! I love the simplicity and the vibrancy of flavor ❤️
Absolutely Delicious, first time doing this and it’s perfection. The ginger really comes through. Thanks for this! Have this bookmarked and will do this again.