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Tender Slow Baked Salmon Recipe with Honey Soy Glaze

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A tender, melt-in-your-mouth slow baked salmon with a sweet-savory honey soy glaze that locks in moisture and flavor. Perfect for easy weeknight dinners with a glossy, caramelized finish.

Ingredients

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  • Salmon fillets, skin-on, about 6 oz (170 g) each
  • 2 tablespoons honey (40 ml)
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce (45 ml), low sodium preferred
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (15 ml)
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil (5 ml)
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Green onions, thinly sliced for garnish (optional)
  • Toasted sesame seeds for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 275°F (135°C).
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, rice vinegar, and toasted sesame oil until fully combined.
  3. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels to help the glaze stick better and prevent steaming.
  4. Place salmon skin-side down in a baking dish. Spoon half of the glaze over the top, using a brush or spoon to coat evenly.
  5. Let the salmon sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes to soak in some of the glaze flavors before baking.
  6. Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until the flesh is opaque and flakes easily with a fork but still feels moist.
  7. Halfway through baking, carefully spoon some of the pan juices back over the salmon to keep it glossy and flavorful.
  8. Remove from oven and brush the remaining glaze on top for an extra sticky finish.
  9. Garnish with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds if desired.
  10. Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.

Notes

If the glaze starts to darken too quickly, loosely tent the salmon with foil to prevent burning. Use skin-on fillets to help retain moisture. Let salmon rest 3-5 minutes after baking for flavors to settle. For gluten-free, substitute tamari for soy sauce. For vegan option, use marinated firm tofu baked the same way.

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