This salmon is all about scent and balance. The ginger lifts everything, the soy adds depth, and the fish stays tender without needing much time or attention.
Difficulty
Easy
Prep Time
10 minutes (+ 15 minutes marinating)
Cook Time
6–8 minutes
Total Time
About 30 minutes
Servings
2
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Ingredients
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix the soy sauce, oil, honey, ginger, garlic, vinegar, and black pepper.
- Add the salmon and turn gently so every piece is coated.
- Leave to marinate for about 15 minutes while you prepare the pan.
- Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat.
- Place the salmon into the pan, keeping the remaining marinade aside.
- Cook for 3–4 minutes until the underside is lightly caramelised.
- Turn the salmon and pour the remaining marinade into the pan.
- Cook for another 2–3 minutes, spooning the sauce over the fish as it thickens.
- Finish with sesame seeds and remove from heat.
Typical mistakes
- Marinating too long — the soy overpowers the salmon.
- Cooking on high heat — the honey burns before the fish cooks.
- Moving the fish too early — let the surface colour first.
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