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When it’s hot out, I’m all about big flavor in less time. This honey-ginger glazed salmon hits that sweet-spicy balance, with crunchy, caramelized edges and a bright limey kick.
It’s pantry-friendly, weeknight-easy, and extra summery with a juicy nectarine slaw on top. Dinner in about 20 minutes—no fuss, all the cozy, cookout vibes.
I’ve been wanting to make a crispy glazed salmon like this one for forever now. One of my favorite flavors is sweet and spicy and I love the combo on pretty much any kind of seafood. Since my motto right now is all things simple, easy, and healthy…ish, I figured this salmon would be prefect for today! Plus, with the 4th of July this past Tuesday, a lot of us have been on vacation this past week. Therefore, I thought we all might be in need of a healthier recipe as we start to close out the week. But don’t worry, as I do on most Fridays, I’ve got something sweet for you guys tomorrow!
Okok, here’s how this salmon goes down. You’ll want to find really good salmon fillets with the skin on. Yes you guys, leave that skin on. It’s add flavor while the salmon cooks, keeping the fish moist. Plus the crispy skin is actually incredibly delicious.<– kind weird to some, but I swear it’s really good!
The sauce is a simple base of honey, chiles, a little soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and lime…that’s it. I know it doesn’t seem like much but I promise it is so good. The honey thickens and glazes the salmon creating the perfect sticky sauce to coat the fish. Because I like a little spice to balance out the sweet honey, I also added some chili paste and ginger.
To top the dish off I made an Asian summer slaw with purple cabbage, thinly sliced nectarines, and a mix of other veggies.
When I served this to my family before leaving for Mexico I made a side of rice and doubled the slaw! It’s a great healthy dinner for just about any night of the week.
FAQ:
Can I use skinless salmon?
Yes—broil a bit less and rely on the glaze for shine since you won’t get crispy skin. Line the pan to prevent sticking.
My glaze started to burn under the broiler—what happened?
Broilers vary; pull the pan once the skin blisters and the bubbles look slow and syrupy. If needed, finish on the stovetop over low to re-glaze.
No sambal oelek—what’s the best swap?
Try a smaller amount of sriracha for milder, sweeter heat, or a little gochujang for thicker, deeper flavor. Add lime to keep things bright.
How should I store and reheat leftovers?
Keep fish and slaw separate in airtight containers for 2–3 days. Rewarm fish gently until just heated, or enjoy cold, flaked over rice or greens.
WATCH THE HOW-TO VIDEO:
20 Minute Crispy Honey Ginger Salmon
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2/3 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons sambal oelek
- 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
- 1 inch piece fresh ginger, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, chopped
- zest and juice of lime
Asian Summer Slaw
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1/2 head purple cabbage, shredded
- 2 nectarines thinly, sliced
- 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 carrots, shredded
- red or green jalapeños, chopped
- pinch of kosher salt
Instructions
- 1. Preheat the broiler to high.2. Rub the salmon all over with sesame oil. Heat a cast iron skillet over medium high heat. 3. In a small bowl, combine honey, sambal oelek, soy sauce, ginger, garlic, lime zest and juice. Pour the sauce into the skillet and allow it to boil for 2-3 minutes. Remove from the heat and add salmon, skin side up. Transfer the skillet to the oven and broil for 2-3minutes, watching closely until the salmon skin is crisp. 4. In a medium bowl, combine all the ingredients for the slaw and toss to combine.5. Serve the salmon topped with the slaw and drizzled with any extra sauce in the pan. Enjoy!
Nutrition
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