Salmon Marinade

Salmon Marinade is a simple method to dramatically increase the colour and flavour of salmon. Creating a marinade is very easy recipe to follow and making it in advance even easier. Serve as part of the main dish. Normally serve the salmon fillets with vegetables and rice or mashed potato for a perfect dish. If you would like to spice it up try adding a chopped deseeded red chilli into the marinade.

Salmon is a versatile and nutritious fish that is beloved by many for its rich flavour and tender texture. While it can be enjoyed simply grilled or baked, using a marinade can elevate its taste to new heights. A well-crafted marinade not only adds depth of flavour but also helps to keep the salmon moist during cooking. Let’s explore the ingredients that make up a delightful salmon marinade and how they contribute to a perfect dish.

At the core of this marinade is runny honey. This natural sweetener adds a touch of sweetness that balances the savoury elements of the dish. Honey also aids in creating a beautiful caramelised finish on the salmon when cooked, adding both flavour and visual appeal.

Light soy sauce is another key component. It introduces a subtle umami flavour, which complements the richness of the salmon. Soy sauce also acts as a tenderiser, helping the fish remain succulent and moist. Its saltiness is balanced perfectly by the sweetness of the honey, creating a harmonious blend of flavours.

Garlic is a must-have in this marinade. Its pungent aroma and robust flavour infuse the salmon, enhancing its natural taste without overpowering it. Garlic pairs wonderfully with both the sweet and savoury elements of the marinade, contributing to a well-rounded flavour profile.

Lemon zest adds a burst of freshness and a zesty zing. It brightens up the marinade, cutting through the richness of the salmon and adding a light, citrusy note. The acidity from the lemon also helps to tenderise the fish, ensuring a tender and flaky texture.

Herbs like thyme and parsley bring an earthy, aromatic quality to the marinade. Thyme’s subtle floral notes and parsley’s fresh, grassy flavour complement the other ingredients beautifully, adding complexity to the marinade without overwhelming the palate.

A touch of salt and black pepper is essential for seasoning. These basic yet crucial ingredients enhance all the other flavours, ensuring the salmon is well-seasoned and delicious.

Olive oil acts as the binding agent, bringing all the ingredients together and helping the marinade adhere to the salmon. It also contributes to the fish’s moistness, ensuring it doesn’t dry out during cooking.

Lastly, a squeeze of lemon juice adds a final touch of brightness and acidity. It not only enhances the flavour but also helps to tenderise the salmon, making it even more succulent.

In summary, a well-balanced marinade can transform a simple piece of salmon into this gourmet delight. The combination of runny honey, light soy sauce, garlic, lemon zest, thyme, parsley, salt, black pepper, and olive oil creates a symphony of flavours that elevate the salmon to new culinary heights. Whether you’re grilling, baking, or pan-searing, this marinade ensures your salmon will be flavourful, tender, and utterly delicious. So next time you’re preparing salmon, consider using this marinade – your taste buds will thank you.

Salmon Marinade

A marinade that will transform salmon fillets to a new level.

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Course: Main Dish, Marinade, Starter

Cuisine: Chinese

Keyword: BBQ, Grill, Marinade, Salmon, Salmon Marinade, Seafood

Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes

Marinade: 1 hour hour

Total Time: 1 hour hour 20 minutes minutes

Servings: 4 People

Calories: 405kcal

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Ingredients

 

• 4 large salmon fillets
• 1 ½ tbsp runny honey
• 1 ½ tbsp light soy sauce
• 1 clove garlic peel/mince
• 1 tsp lemon zest
• 4 sprigs thyme
• ¼ bunch parsley chop
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• 4 tbsp olive oil
• 1 large lemon wedges to serve

Instructions

• In a large mixing bowl add the soy sauce, garlic, lemon zest, parsley, thyme, honey, olive oil, salt the pepper and stir well to combine.
  1 ½ tbsp runny honey, 1 ½ tbsp light soy sauce, 1 clove garlic, 1 tsp lemon zest, 4 sprigs thyme, ¼ bunch parsley, ½ tsp salt, ¼ tsp black pepper, 4 tbsp olive oil
• Add the salmon fillets and using your hands or a spatula massage the marinade into the salmon without tearing the salmon apart.
  4 large salmon fillets
• Cover tightly with a lid or cling film and place in the fridge to marinade for at least 1 hour. I have made this the night before and left it in the fridge.
• When ready to cook, remove the bowl from the fridge and remove the salmon fillets. Any garlic, parsley or thyme pieces should be removed to avoid the burning on the grill.
• If you are bbq the fillets, cook them over a medium – high heat for 5 minutes each side. I use the marinade to baste them while cooking.
• If oven baking them, preheat the oven to 425F/220C/Gas Mark 7.
• Place the salmon fillets, skin side down on a foil lined baking tray and cook for 15 minutes or until the salmon is cooked through. You can tell by the paler flesh when cooked.
• I like to serve with a steamed spinach and pan fried peppers and a sliced chilli for a filling, tasty and aromatic meal.
• Add a lemon wedge per serving
  1 large lemon

Nutrition

Calories: 405kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Cholesterol: 94mg | Sodium: 746mg | Potassium: 920mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 423IU | Vitamin C: 22mg | Calcium: 41mg | Iron: 2mg