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Spicy Gochujang Salmon

Spicy Gochujang Salmon: A Quick and Flavorful Dinner Delight

Spicy Gochujang Salmon is a quick, gluten-free dish perfect for busy weeknights, blending rich gochujang flavors with honey and soy sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Marinade
  • 2 tablespoons Gochujang Paste Adjust to heat preference
  • 2 tablespoons Low Sodium Soy Sauce Can swap with tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Use maple syrup for vegan alternative
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar Apple cider vinegar is a good substitute
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) Fresh garlic recommended
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil Can use canola oil as substitution
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Ginger (grated) Ground ginger can be used if necessary
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
Salmon
  • 2 pieces Salmon Fillets About 6 oz each
Garnishing
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Green Onions Essential for presentation
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds Optional but enhances the dish

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Place salmon fillets skin-side down on the lined baking sheet and pat them dry.
Marinade and Bake
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together gochujang paste, low sodium soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, sesame oil, grated ginger, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Spoon the marinade over each salmon fillet and let sit for about 5 minutes.
  3. Bake the salmon for 12–15 minutes until it flakes easily with a fork.
  4. Optionally, broil for the last 1–2 minutes for additional caramelization.
  5. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 28gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 780mgPotassium: 800mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1.2mg

Notes

Serve with jasmine rice or greens for a complete meal. Can also grill or air-fry as alternative cooking methods.

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