Slow Roasted Salmon with Honey Soy Glaze

honey

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Agave syrup provides a similar sweetness with a lower glycemic index.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free while liquid aminos are less salty.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is a healthier fat option.

fresh cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Parsley offers a similar flavor profile in a more accessible form.

Wash the salmon with salt and rinse off.

Dry the salmon with paper towels.

Heat oil in a small saucepan.

Add ginger and cook for a couple of minutes.

Add honey and soy sauce to the saucepan.

Add sake and cook over medium heat until reduced by half.

Let the sauce cool, then strain and discard the ginger.

Preheat the oven to 290°F (143°C).

Coat a nonstick baking dish with oil.

Place the salmon in the baking dish, skin side down.

Use a brush to cover the salmon with some of the soy honey glaze and let it set for 5 minutes.

Brush the salmon again with the rest of the soy glaze.

Place the pan in the oven for about 8 to 10 minutes.

Take the salmon out and brush butter over it if desired.

If you like it well done, bake for another 10-15 minutes before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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