Description
This Honey Sriracha Salmon recipe offers a perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and tangy flavors with a beautifully caramelized salmon filet served alongside stir-fried spiralized zucchini noodles. Marinated in a vibrant mix of soy sauce, honey, Sriracha, lime, ginger, and garlic, the salmon is pan-seared and gently cooked to tender perfection. The zucchini noodles, tossed in garlic and red pepper flakes, provide a fresh, low-carb complement, making this dish a delicious and healthy weeknight dinner option.
Ingredients
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Salmon and Marinade
- 1 pound salmon filet
- 1/3 cup soy sauce (low-sodium)
- 3 Tablespoons honey
- 2 Tablespoons Sriracha
- 2 Tablespoons lime juice
- 1 Tablespoon fresh ginger (grated)
- 1 Tablespoon garlic (minced)
- 1 Tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 green onions (thinly sliced)
- Sesame seeds (for garnish)
- Chopped cilantro (for garnish)
- Lime wedges (for serving)
Zucchini Noodles
- 4 medium zucchini (spiralized)
- 1 Tablespoon garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 Tablespoon sesame oil (additional for stir-frying)
Instructions
- Marinate the Salmon: In a large, shallow dish, combine the soy sauce, honey, Sriracha, lime juice, grated fresh ginger, and minced garlic. Add the salmon filet, skin side up, into the marinade, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 8 hours for deeper flavor absorption.
- Sear the Salmon: Remove the salmon from the marinade, reserving the marinade for later use. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add sesame oil. Place the salmon skin side up in the skillet and sear for about 2 minutes until the surface caramelizes slightly. Then carefully flip the salmon and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Cook Salmon Through: Reduce the heat to low and pour the reserved marinade over the salmon. Cover the skillet and cook gently for 4-5 more minutes until the salmon is fully cooked and flakes easily with a fork. Transfer the salmon to a serving platter and spoon the sauce from the skillet over the top. Garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, chopped cilantro, and lime wedges.
- Prepare Zucchini Noodles: Using the now empty skillet, heat an additional tablespoon of sesame oil over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, stirring for a few seconds to release their aroma. Toss in the spiralized zucchini noodles and stir-fry for 3 to 5 minutes until they are tender but still slightly firm (al dente). Serve the noodles alongside or under the salmon.
Notes
- Make ahead: Marinate the salmon for up to 8 hours for deeper flavor.
- Storage: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
- Reheating: Gently reheat leftovers in a skillet on the stove to maintain texture and flavor, or use the microwave if preferred.
- Zucchini noodles are optional but add a healthy low-carb side that pairs well with the spicy salmon.
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