Description
Sweet Chili Salmon is a delightful dish that combines the vibrant flavors of Thai cuisine with the rich, buttery taste of salmon. This easy recipe allows you to prepare a stunning meal in just 20 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or casual family dinners. The sweet chili sauce adds a perfect balance of heat and sweetness, enhancing the natural flavors of the salmon. Serve it alongside jasmine rice and fresh vegetables for a complete meal that everyone will love. Enjoy this easy-to-make dish that’s not only delicious but also packed with protein and healthy fats.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh salmon (cut into 4 pieces)
- Salt & pepper (to taste)
- 1/4 cup Thai sweet chili sauce
- Lime juice (for serving)
- Optional: rice, cucumber, scallions, cilantro, sesame seeds
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper.
- Place the salmon skin-side down on the baking sheet. Season with salt and pepper.
- Spread 1 tablespoon of sweet chili sauce over each piece of salmon.
- Bake for 13-15 minutes until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Squeeze fresh lime juice over the salmon before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (113g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg