5-Minute Soy Ginger Salmon Marinade for Insane Flavor
A flavorful marinade for salmon combining soy sauce and ginger for a savory, slightly sweet taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling/Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
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- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp grated ginger
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Mix soy sauce, honey, ginger, garlic, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes in a bowl.
- Place salmon fillets in a resealable bag or shallow dish.
- Pour marinade over salmon, ensuring it’s fully coated.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours.
- Preheat grill or skillet to medium-high heat.
- Cook salmon for 4-5 minutes per side until opaque.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Do not marinate salmon for more than 2 hours to avoid over-tenderizing.
- Adjust red pepper flakes for desired spice level.
- Works well with other fish like cod or trout.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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