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Easy Salmon with Lemon Sesame Sauce

12 INGREDIENTS • 7 STEPS • 30MINS

Easy Salmon with Lemon Sesame Sauce

Recipe

4.7

3 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!
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Jack Lee at SideChef
I'm a foodie on a global flavor adventure!🌎🍴 I love experimenting with local, seasonal ingredients and borrowing techniques from around the world to create delicious yet relatable dishes.
https://www.sidechef.com/

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
Soy Sauce
1 1/3 Tbsp
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.

Cooking Instructions

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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 (1 1/3 Tbsp), 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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