How to Make Easy Brazilian Spiced Salmon - A Step-by-Step Guide

Brazilian cuisine is known for its bold and flavorful spices, and this Easy Brazilian Spiced Salmon recipe is a perfect example of that. The combination of garlic, cumin, paprika, and a touch of lime juice creates a delicious and irresistible flavor profile that will have you coming back for seconds.

Salmon is a great choice for this recipe as it is a rich and flavorful fish that pairs well with the bold flavors of the Brazilian spice blend. Not to mention, it is also incredibly healt...

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Ingredients

  • 4 salmon fillets
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ lemon

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 fillets

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Grease a baking sheet.
  • Place salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet. Mix olive oil, brown sugar, garlic, smoked paprika, paprika, and chile powder together in a bowl. Spread mixture over salmon fillets. Squeeze lemon juice on top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until fish flakes easily with a fork, 13 to 15 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    223 cal.

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 49mg
    • Sodium: 62mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 10g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 22g
    • Vitamin C: 14mg
    • Calcium: 64mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 470mg