How to Make Honey-Soy Salmon in Foil - A Step-by-Step Guide

Salmon is a versatile and flavorful fish that is popular in many cuisines around the world. It's a great source of protein and healthy fats, and its rich, buttery taste pairs well with a variety of flavors and cooking methods. One of the easiest and most delicious ways to prepare salmon is by cooking it in foil packets, which helps to seal in the moisture and flavors of the fish.

For this recipe, we're taking the simple yet delicious approach of marinating the salmon in a sweet and sa...

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Ingredients

  • heavy-duty aluminum foil
  • ½ cup honey
  • 8 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons freshly grated ginger
  • 2 teaspoons Sriracha sauce
  • freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 (4 pound) salmon fillet
  • 4 stalks green onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 16
  • Yield: 1 4-pound fillet

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with heavy-duty foil.
  • Whisk honey, garlic, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, Sriracha, and pepper together in a bowl.
  • Place salmon on the prepared baking sheet and fold up the sides of the foil. Spoon the honey mixture over the salmon. Cover with another sheet of foil and crimp edges to seal.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until fish flakes easily with a fork, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from the oven and turn on the broiler.
  • Remove the top piece of foil and broil until caramelized and slightly charred, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Garnish with green onion and sesame seeds.
  • Nutrition

    178 cal.

    • Total Fat: 6g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 49mg
    • Sodium: 215mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 10g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 9g
    • Protein: 21g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 49mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 418mg