Peking Salmon Maple and Ginger

Elevate your salmon dinner with the bold, irresistible flavors of Peking Salmon with Maple and Ginger. This easy, baked salmon recipe features tender fillets glazed in a mouthwatering marinade made with soy sauce, sweet maple syrup, fresh ginger, and a hint of garlic. A touch of sesame oil and rice vinegar adds depth, while toasted sesame seeds and sliced scallions provide the perfect finishing touch. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish combines sweet, savory, and aromatic notes for a truly unforgettable meal. Serve it alongside steamed rice or crisp vegetables for a restaurant-quality experience right at home. Perfect for busy weeknights or an elegant dinner, this versatile recipe guarantees a healthy, flavor-packed seafood option for any occasion.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces (6 ounces each) Salmon fillets
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 3 tablespoons Maple syrup
• 1 tablespoon (grated) Fresh ginger
• 2 minced Garlic cloves
• 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 2 sliced Scallions
• 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, maple syrup, grated ginger, minced garlic, rice vinegar, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.

Step 3

Place the salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet, skin-side down. Spoon or brush the marinade generously over each fillet, ensuring they are well-coated. Reserve about 1 tablespoon of marinade for later.

Step 4

Allow the salmon to marinate for 10 minutes at room temperature while the oven preheats.

Step 5

Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Cooking time may vary slightly depending on the thickness of the fillets.

Step 6

While the salmon bakes, place a small skillet over medium heat and lightly toast the sesame seeds for 1-2 minutes until golden and fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 7

Once the salmon is done baking, remove it from the oven and brush the reserved marinade over the fillets for an extra glaze.

Step 8

Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds and sliced scallions over the salmon before serving.

Step 9

Serve hot alongside steamed rice, sautéed vegetables, or your favorite side dishes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(849.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1595.1

Total Fat 92.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.6g
Cholesterol 272.2mg	0%
Sodium 2874.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 48.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.3g	0%
Total Sugars 40.8g
Protein 147.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 51.1mg	0%
Iron 5.5mg	0%
Potassium 318.7mg	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: 51.4%

Protein: 36.6%

Carbs: 12.0%