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There is a recipe for Asian Salmon in the first Mom 100 Cookbook and it remains one of my kids’ favorite fish dishes (and lest you want to punch me in the nose, it’s not like the list of acceptable fish dishes is so long, I can assure you). So, here is an encore recipe, another Asian-flavored salmon dish that makes everyone happy—including the cook.
Asian Salmon Marinade
And four ingredients, plus the salmon. Seriously, by the time you preheat the oven the marinade will have been made and the salon will have gotten its quick 15 minutes of soaking time, and you’d better have started the rice and made a salad or whatever because dinner is about to be ready!
If anyone, kid or adult, is not a true fish lover, you will have your best shot at making them into a fish lover by using Asian flavors. The combo of salty-sweet, sometimes with a touch of spiciness or umami, cuts through anything resembling “fishiness” with aplomb.
4 ingredients, not including the salmon. Wow, right?
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A long time ago my friend Michael came to dinner, and I served this salmon, and only after the meal was over did he confess that he panicked slightly when he saw the fish on the table — NOT a fish lover. But he said the marinade won him over, and has he not admitted he wasn’t all in from the get-to, I would never have know he was balking in the slightest.
What to Serve With Simple Asian Salmon
In this case the sides are a pile of mixed baby greens tossed with a simple vinaigrette, and some sautéed corn and baby zucchini. Other nice ideas for sides would be Clean and Spicy Asian Greens, Asian Bok Choy, Chili Crunch Brussels Sprouts or Thai Cucumber Salad.
And a scoop of fluffy white rice is never a bad idea with anything Asian-inspired.
More Salmon Recipes
- Honey-Hoisin Salmon
- Salmon with Tarragon Vinaigrette
- Horseradish Ginger Salmon
- Miso Salmon
- Teriyaki Salmon
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Simple Asian Salmon
Ingredients
- 5 6 to 7-ounce salmon filets
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil spicy or regular, your call
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 450°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil. You will be very happy that you did. Spray it with nonstick baking spray and place the salmon pieces on the sheet, not touching.
- In a small bowl or container combine the oyster sauce, soy sauce, honey, and sesame oil. Pour the marinade over the salmon pieces, making sure the sides are coated. Let sit for 15 minutes, then roast for 10 to 12 minutes, until the outside has a nice glazed look and the fish is cooked to your liking. Serve hot.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
