Chinese Five Spice Salmon with Ginger Broth

Elevate your weeknight dinner with this vibrant and flavor-packed Chinese Five Spice Salmon with Ginger Broth. Perfectly seared salmon fillets are seasoned with the warm, aromatic blend of Chinese five spice powder, creating a crispy, golden crust that pairs beautifully with the tangy and fragrant ginger-infused broth. A touch of soy sauce, rice vinegar, and fresh aromatics like garlic, green onions, and cilantro bring depth to the broth, while an optional hint of red chili adds a subtle kick. This healthy and elegant recipe comes together in just 35 minutes, making it a perfect balance of simplicity and sophistication. Serve this dish as a light yet satisfying meal, ideal for impressing guests or adding variety to your weekly rotation. Keywords: Chinese five spice salmon, ginger broth, quick salmon recipes, healthy Asian-inspired dinner, weeknight meal idea.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces (6 ounces each) salmon fillets
• 2 teaspoons Chinese five spice powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons cooking oil
• 2 tablespoons (grated) fresh ginger
• 2 cloves (minced) garlic cloves
• 4 cups chicken or vegetable stock
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 2 stalks (sliced thinly) green onions
• 2 tablespoons (chopped) fresh cilantro
• 1 whole (thinly sliced) red chili (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Rub each fillet with Chinese five spice powder, salt, and black pepper, ensuring an even coating.

Step 2

Heat 1 tablespoon of cooking oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, sear the salmon fillets skin-side down for 3-4 minutes until the skin is crispy. Flip the fillets and cook for another 3 minutes until the flesh is just cooked through. Remove the salmon from the skillet and set aside.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of cooking oil over medium heat. Add the grated ginger and minced garlic, stirring frequently, and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.

Step 4

Pour the chicken or vegetable stock into the saucepan and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in the soy sauce and rice vinegar. Let the broth simmer for 5-7 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 5

Taste the broth and adjust seasoning if needed by adding more soy sauce or a pinch of salt.

Step 6

To serve, ladle the ginger broth into shallow bowls. Gently place a salmon fillet in the center of each bowl, crispy skin side up.

Step 7

Garnish with sliced green onions, chopped cilantro, and red chili slices if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1784.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1623.0

Total Fat 106.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 272.2mg	0%
Sodium 6330.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 16.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.5g	0%
Total Sugars 3.4g
Protein 152.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 115.5mg	0%
Iron 6.6mg	0%
Potassium 579.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.8%

Protein: 37.3%

Carbs: 3.9%