Description
Delight in this flavorful Asian Salmon in Foil recipe, featuring tender salmon fillets marinated in a savory honey soy sauce mixture with garlic, ginger, and a hint of spice. Baked to perfection in foil packets, the salmon is juicy and infused with vibrant Asian-inspired flavors, making it an easy, healthy dinner option.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets (6 ounces each)
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon green onions, chopped
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (for garnish)
- Lime wedges (for serving)
- Chopped cilantro (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the salmon packets.
- Prepare Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, chopped green onions, and optional red pepper flakes to create a flavorful marinade.
- Assemble Foil Packets: Lay out four large sheets of aluminum foil, each big enough to fold completely over a salmon fillet. Place one fillet on each sheet of foil.
- Apply Sauce: Spoon the prepared sauce evenly over each salmon fillet, ensuring good coverage.
- Seal Packets: Fold the foil over the salmon fillets tightly to form sealed packets, locking in the juices and flavors.
- Bake Salmon: Arrange the foil packets on a baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 18 minutes or until the salmon is fully cooked and flakes easily with a fork.
- Garnish and Serve: Carefully open the foil packets to avoid steam. Garnish each fillet with sesame seeds, lime wedges, and chopped cilantro. Serve hot with rice or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Notes
- For a smoky twist, grill the foil packets over medium heat for 12–14 minutes instead of baking.
- Add thinly sliced bell peppers or snap peas to the packets before sealing for extra crunch and flavor.
- Use gluten-free soy sauce to keep the dish gluten-free.
