Description
A delightful salmon dish with crispy skin and a flavorful blend of ginger and scallions, perfect for family gatherings or weeknight meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 skin-on salmon fillets
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, finely grated
- 2 scallions, chopped
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tablespoon canola oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
Instructions
- Rinse and pat dry the salmon fillets with paper towels.
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, minced garlic, lime juice, and grated ginger.
- Marinate the salmon in the mixture for 10-15 minutes.
- Heat canola oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Place the salmon skin-side down in the hot oil and cook for 5-7 minutes until the skin is golden and crispy.
- Flip the salmon and reduce heat to medium, cooking for an additional 3-5 minutes to desired doneness.
- During the last minute of cooking, sprinkle scallions on top.
- Serve with a drizzle of the remaining marinade.
Notes
For added flavor, consider adding a dash of sesame oil or fresh herbs as a garnish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Seared
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: salmon, seafood, Asian cuisine, quick meal, healthy dinner