Gochujang Glazed Salmon (고추장 연어구이)

This Gochujang Glazed Salmon recipe is a delicious and flavorful dish that combines the rich taste of salmon with the spicy and savory flavors of gochujang, a Korean red chili paste. It's a perfect way to add a Korean twist to your seafood dinner!

Gochujang Glazed Salmon (고추장 연어구이)

Ingredients

  • 4 salmon fillets
  • 3 tablespoons gochujang
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger
  • Sesame seeds and sliced green onions for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the gochujang, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger to make the glaze.
  2. Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper, then brush the glaze on top of each fillet.
  3. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and place the salmon fillets in the skillet, glaze side down.
  4. Cook for 4-5 minutes, then flip the fillets and cook for an additional 4-5 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and the glaze is caramelized.
  5. Remove the salmon from the skillet and garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
10 minutes
Total time:
25 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Protein
25g
Fat
18g
Carbohydrates
10g

Supplies

Non-stick skillet Whisk Small bowl

Tools

Cooking brush Cutting board Knife

Serving suggestions

Serve the Gochujang Glazed Salmon with steamed rice and a side of kimchi for a complete Korean meal.

Tips & tricks

Make sure not to overcook the salmon to keep it tender and juicy.

Cost

$20