Asian Sesame Salmon

Salmon glazed with soy, ginger and toasted sesame oil, finished with sesame seeds and green onions.

Serves: 4  |  Total time: 25 minutes

Ingredients

• 4 salmon fillets
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
• 2 green onions, sliced

Instructions

1. Heat the oven to 400°F.
2. Whisk the soy sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar, ginger and garlic.
3. Place the salmon in a baking dish and pour the sauce over it.
4. Bake 12 to 15 minutes, basting once, until it reaches 145°F.
5. Top with sesame seeds and green onions.

Pin Tip

Toast the sesame seeds in a dry pan for one minute to bring out a deeper, nuttier flavor.

Food Safety

Cook salmon until it reaches an internal temperature of 145°F, measured in the thickest part, and the flesh flakes easily with a fork.