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Flavorful Gochujang Salmon Recipe Perfect for Spicy Sweet Glaze Fans

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This gochujang salmon recipe features a spicy-sweet glaze that perfectly balances bold flavors with a sticky, caramelized finish. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s ideal for quick, satisfying weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 4 salmon fillets, skin-on, about 6 ounces each
  • 2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (low sodium recommended)
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated (optional)
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together gochujang, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger (if using), and sesame oil until smooth. Set aside.
  2. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Lightly season both sides with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat a non-stick or cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 teaspoon of oil and heat until shimmering but not smoking.
  4. Place salmon fillets skin-side down in the hot pan. Press gently with a spatula for 10 seconds to prevent curling. Cook for 4-5 minutes without moving until the skin is crisp and the fish is cooked about two-thirds through.
  5. Carefully flip the salmon. Immediately spoon the gochujang glaze over the top of each fillet. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, spooning more glaze on as it thickens and caramelizes. The salmon should be opaque and flake easily with a fork.
  6. Remove from heat. Sprinkle with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds. Let rest for 2 minutes before serving.

Notes

If the glaze starts to burn, lower the heat and add a splash of water to loosen it. Dry salmon thoroughly before cooking to get a crisp skin. Use tamari instead of soy sauce for gluten-free. For extra heat, add sriracha to the glaze. Oven-bake option: bake at 400°F for 12-15 minutes, spooning glaze halfway through.

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Keywords: gochujang salmon, spicy salmon glaze, Korean salmon recipe, quick salmon dinner, sweet and spicy salmon

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