Description
A delightful dish featuring salmon fillets seasoned with salt and topped with crunchy sesame seeds, creating a comforting and simple yet luxurious meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets
- 1/4 cup white sesame seeds
- 1/4 cup black sesame seeds
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup soy sauce or tamari
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a small bowl, mix together soy sauce, minced garlic, honey, and olive oil to create the marinade.
- Place the salmon fillets in a baking dish and drizzle the marinade over them. Let marinate for 15 minutes.
- After marinating, sprinkle the sesame seeds over the fillets, pressing gently to adhere.
- Transfer the baking dish to the oven and bake for 12-15 minutes until the salmon easily flakes with a fork.
- Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh herbs, and serve immediately with a side of steamed vegetables or rice.
Notes
Avoid overcooking the salmon to maintain moisture. Broil for the last two minutes for a crisp top layer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: salmon, sesame seeds, fish recipe, healthy dinner, easy recipe