Wasabi & Honey Glazed-Salmon

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
54%
Wasabi & Honey Glazed-Salmon
20 min.
2
359kcal
47.11%sweetness
100%saltiness
39.02%sourness
16.66%bitterness
76.22%savoriness
48.92%fattiness
0%spiciness

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This Wasabi & Honey Glazed Salmon is an explosion of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. The combination of sweet honey and spicy wasabi creates a unique and mouthwatering glaze that takes salmon to the next level. It's a quick and easy dish that's perfect for a weeknight dinner but impressive enough for a special occasion.

The recipe is not only delicious but also nutritious. Salmon is an excellent source of protein and healthy fats, and this dish is packed with flavors that enhance its natural goodness. The ginger and soy sauce add a savory touch, while the mirin and rice vinegar bring a subtle acidity to the glaze. And let's not forget the star ingredient - wasabi, which gives it that extra kick.

This recipe is also incredibly versatile. You can adjust the amount of wasabi to your liking, making it milder or spicier. Serve it with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables or a fresh salad, and you've got a well-balanced and flavorful meal. It's a dish that's sure to impress and become a favorite in your recipe repertoire.

So, if you're looking for a new way to enjoy salmon, this Wasabi & Honey Glazed Salmon is a must-try. It's a simple yet elegant dish that showcases the beauty of combining sweet and spicy flavors. Impress your family and friends with this restaurant-worthy meal that's easy to prepare and guaranteed to satisfy.

Ingredients

  • teaspoon ginger peeled finely chopped
  • tablespoons honey 
  • tablespoon soy sauce reduced-sodium
  • tablespoons mirin (or vermouth)
  • tablespoons mirin (or vermouth)
  • tablespoon rice vinegar 
  • 12 ounces salmon fillet 
  • teaspoons wasabi paste 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven

Directions

  1. In a small saucepan over medium-high heat, stir together mirin, vinegar, soy sauce, honey, ginger and wasabi to taste. (
  2. Add the wasabi incrementally, tasting as you go.)Bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium and cook, stirring occasionally, until glaze thickens slightly, about 5-10 minutes.
  3. Remove from the heat.Preheat oven to 425F.Lightly coat an oven-proof skillet with olive oil and heat on medium-high.Season the salmon with a little kosher salt & fresh cracked pepper.When the oil is hot and begins to shimmer, add the salmon, skin side up.Sear, without moving it around for 3-4 minutes. Turn the salmon over, skin side down.
  4. Brush some of the glaze onto the salmon and then place the skillet of salmon into the oven for about 4 minutes.Spoon the remainder of the sauce over the salmon and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Calories359kcal
Protein43.02%
Fat30.03%
Carbs26.95%

Properties

Glycemic Index
58.64
Glycemic Load
9.05
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
24.663043478261%

Taste

Sweetness:
47.11%
Saltiness:
100%
Sourness:
39.02%
Bitterness:
16.66%
Savoriness:
76.22%
Fattiness:
48.92%
Spiciness:
0%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:359.08kcal
17.95%
Fat:10.88g
16.74%
Saturated Fat:1.67g
10.46%
Carbohydrates:21.97g
7.32%
Net Carbohydrates:21.07g
7.66%
Sugar:17.3g
19.22%
Cholesterol:93.55mg
31.18%
Sodium:365.67mg
15.9%
Alcohol:4.28g
23.75%
Protein:35.06g
70.13%
Vitamin B12:5.41µg
90.15%
Selenium:62.34µg
89.06%
Vitamin B6:1.44mg
71.91%
Vitamin B3:13.57mg
67.84%
Vitamin B2:0.69mg
40.31%
Phosphorus:362.97mg
36.3%
Vitamin B5:2.89mg
28.93%
Vitamin B1:0.4mg
26.73%
Potassium:933.67mg
26.68%
Copper:0.46mg
22.75%
Magnesium:62.68mg
15.67%
Folate:48.37µg
12.09%
Iron:1.67mg
9.27%
Zinc:1.36mg
9.09%
Manganese:0.12mg
6.19%
Vitamin C:4.35mg
5.27%
Calcium:37.51mg
3.75%
Fiber:0.9g
3.59%
Vitamin A:71.54IU
1.43%
Source:Foodista