Sesame Crusted Wild Salmon

Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this Sesame Crusted Wild Salmon recipe, a show-stopping dish that's as nutritious as it is flavorful. Featuring tender wild salmon fillets coated in a crispy blend of white and black sesame seeds, this recipe combines rich, nutty textures with a zesty soy-honey marinade infused with fresh ginger, garlic, and lime juice. A quick sear in a hot skillet creates a golden crust, while a few minutes in the oven ensures perfectly flaky, melt-in-your-mouth salmon every time. Ready in just 30 minutes, this delectable dish is perfect for a healthy, gourmet dinner at home. Pair it with steamed jasmine rice, a citrusy salad, or sautéed greens for a complete, restaurant-quality meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces (6 ounces each) wild salmon fillets
• 1 cup sesame seeds (white and black, mixed)
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 lime, juiced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, grated ginger, minced garlic, lime juice, and 1 tablespoon of olive oil to form a marinade.

Step 3

Pat the wild salmon fillets dry with a paper towel and season them lightly with salt and black pepper on both sides.

Step 4

Brush each salmon fillet generously with the marinade, ensuring all sides are coated.

Step 5

Spread the sesame seeds evenly on a large plate. Press each salmon fillet firmly into the sesame seeds on both sides, coating them completely.

Step 6

Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 7

Place the sesame-crusted salmon fillets in the skillet and sear for 2 minutes on each side, or until the sesame crust is golden brown.

Step 8

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.

Step 9

Serve the sesame-crusted salmon immediately with your favorite sides, such as a citrusy salad, jasmine rice, or steamed vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(359.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1155.8

Total Fat 90.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 62.4mg	0%
Sodium 2397.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 50.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.9g	0%
Total Sugars 18.2g
Protein 45.2g	0%

Vitamin D 510.3IU	0%
Calcium 1128.8mg	0%
Iron 18.0mg	0%
Potassium 1278.0mg	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: 68.0%

Protein: 15.1%

Carbs: 17.0%