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.

Broiled salmon with Thai sweet chili glaze on a plate.

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.

Servings: 4
Total Time: 30 Minutes, plus 1 hour to marinate

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

  1. Set the oven rack 5-6 inches from the top and preheat the broiler.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. 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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Comments

  • I am not especially enthusiastic about salmon, but I try to eat it once in awhile as a gift to my husband. This is a recipe that might convince me that I like salmon. It was delicious and very easy to prepare. I sent it to my son who is learning to cook for himself and is always looking for simple, delicious recipes. Thank you for another winner, Jenn.

    • Huge hit at our house. My guys loved this and so did I.

  • DELICIOUS!!! Love your recipes!!

  • My kids said this was “amazing .” Made it with the Thai cucumber salad. What a delicious dinner!

  • Would this work with cod?

    • Sure – depending on the thickness of the cod, the broiling time may be a tiny bit different so keep a close eye on it. I’d love to hear how it turns out with cod!

      • It was delicious! I will be trying it out with mahi mahi and tilapia as well.

  • Would your cilantro lime rice go with this? Thank you!

  • This is definitely one of our favorite recipes for making salmon. So easy and so delicious!!!! Thank you 😊

    • — Sheri Klancher
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  • Wow!! By far the best salmon recipe I’ve found. Thank you for sharing! Try it, you will not be disappointed-

  • This was dinner tonight. Another absolutely delicious recipe. This is going right into our rotation!!! Thank you Jenn!

  • This has become my favorite salmon recipe, and I’ve prepared it many, many ways. So quick and easy…and DELICIOUS!!! Have it at least once a week. Thank you for creating this heavenly recipe!!

  • So delicious! Served the salmon with coconut rice and steamed broccoli! Easy to do and a new family fav! Thank you!

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