This baked salmon is the perfect weeknight dinner when you want something both simple and impressive. The tender, flaky fish pairs beautifully with a glossy sweet chili garlic sauce that’s bursting with flavor.
I still remember the first time I made this recipe—it felt like a little celebration on a plate. The sauce glistening over the warm salmon, the bright green onions adding a crisp freshness, and the nutty sesame seeds sprinkling just the right crunch. It’s a dish that comforts and excites all at once.
Why You’ll Love It:
– Effortless baking with no fuss, just beautiful results
– Sweet, tangy, and garlicky sauce that clings perfectly to tender salmon
– Minimal ingredients, big flavor
– Clean presentation that makes dinner feel special
Ready in under 30 minutes, this recipe is a go-to for busy nights or casual entertaining.
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Baked Sweet Chili Garlic Salmon
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2
Description
Salmon fillets baked to tender, flaky perfection, glazed with a sticky, glossy sweet chili garlic sauce, and garnished with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.
Ingredients
2 salmon fillets
3 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons chopped green onions
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a small bowl, whisk together sweet chili sauce, minced garlic, soy sauce, honey, lime juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
Place salmon fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or lightly greased.
Brush the sauce generously over the salmon fillets.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is tender and flakes easily with a fork.
Remove from oven and spoon additional sauce from the pan over the salmon.
Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Q: Can I prepare this salmon ahead of time?
A: Yes! You can mix the sauce in advance and store it in the fridge. Just brush it on the salmon right before baking.
Q: How should I store leftovers?
A: Keep leftover salmon in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat gently to keep it tender.
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