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Easy Salmon with Lemon Sesame Sauce

12 INGREDIENTS • 7 STEPS • 30MINS

Easy Salmon with Lemon Sesame Sauce

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5.0
2 ratings
This simple salmon dish pairs a beautifully cooked salmon with a zesty lemon sesame sauce. The salmon employs a sear and steam technique that ensures a tender, juicy cook and then is paired with a tangy and aromatic sauce featuring fresh lemon, toasted sesame, and a hint of ginger. It's a delightful combination that will tantalize your taste buds any time of the week. Get ready for a mouthwatering dish that's easy to make and delicious!
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This simple salmon dish pairs a beautifully cooked salmon with a zesty lemon sesame sauce. The salmon employs a sear and steam technique that ensures a tender, juicy cook and then is paired with a tangy and aromatic sauce featuring fresh lemon, toasted sesame, and a hint of ginger. It's a delightful combination that will tantalize your taste buds any time of the week. Get ready for a mouthwatering dish that's easy to make and delicious!
30MINS
Total Time
$10.45
Cost Per Serving
Ingredients
Servings
2
us / metric
Salmon Fillet
4
(6 oz)
Salmon Fillets
patted dry
Olive Oil
1 Tbsp
Water
3 Tbsp
Water
Fresh Cilantro Leaf
1/2 cup
Torn Fresh Cilantro Leaf
Salt
to taste
Lemon Sesame Sauce
Lemon
1
Small Lemon, zested, juiced
Shallot
2
Small Shallots
finely minced
Honey
2 tsp
Toasted Sesame Oil
1 tsp
Toasted Sesame Oil
Fresh Ginger
2 tsp
Grated Fresh Ginger
or Ginger Paste
Nutrition Per Serving
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Calories
595
Fat
26.6 g
Protein
72.6 g
Carbs
15.2 g
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Author's Notes

Makes 2-4 portions.
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step 1
In a mixing bowl, prepare the Lemon Sesame Sauce by combining the zest and juice from Lemon Zest (1), Shallots (2), Sesame Seeds (1 Tbsp), Soy Sauce (4 tsp), Honey (2 tsp), Toasted Sesame Oil (1 tsp), and Fresh Ginger (2 tsp). Stir well to combine all the ingredients and set aside.
step 2
Brush the Salmon Fillets (4) with Olive Oil (1 Tbsp) on both sides and season with Salt (to taste).
step 3
Place a non-stick pan on medium heat and place the salmon filets skin-side down, cook the salmon 80% of the way through skin-side down. This will take about 8 minutes.
step 4
Then, flip the salmon and add Water (3 Tbsp), immediately close with a tight lid and remove from the heat. This will allow the salmon to steam and cook gently all the way through. This should take about 3 minutes.
step 5
Once the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily, remove it from the pan and transfer it to a serving plate.
step 6
Pour the Lemon Sesame Sauce over the seared salmon filet, allowing it to coat the fish evenly.
step 7
Garnish with torn Fresh Cilantro Leaf (1/2 cup) for added freshness and flavor. Serve the salmon with Lemon Sesame Sauce immediately, and enjoy it with your favorite side dishes.
step 7 Garnish with torn Fresh Cilantro Leaf (1/2 cup) for added freshness and flavor. Serve the salmon with Lemon Sesame Sauce immediately, and enjoy it with your favorite side dishes.
Tags
Dairy-Free
Lunch
Date Night
Healthy
Shellfish-Free
Dinner
Low-Calorie
Quick & Easy
Salmon
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