This healthy Thai Baked Salmon with Cilantro-Chili Sauce can be on the dinner table in under 30 minutes.
Rich in omega 3 fatty acids and protein, salmon is a healthy option for quick and easy weeknight meals. This Thai Baked Salmon with Cilantro-Chili Sauce is one of the tastiest fish recipes you can make in under 30 minutes.
This dish never disappoints and I often get asked for the recipe by family and friends. The savory and spicy cilantro-chili sauce in this recipe is really what gives the salmon so much flavor.
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How to Make Cilantro-Chili Sauce
The sauce doesn't need any cooking, all that you need to do is combine some simple ingredients for a delicious condiment that will jazz up the fish.
Sauce Ingredients Overview
- small onion (yellow, white or red)
- red bell pepper
- cilantro
- clove of garlic
- soya sauce
- lemon juice
- light tasting oil
- honey
- sriracha sauce
The sauce can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated, or you can make it while the salmon is in the oven.
You can substitute the salmon steaks for fillet, especially if you are feeding children and don't want to deal with the pin bones.
I chose to bake the salmon for this recipe, but you could cook the salmon whichever way you prefer. Whether you grill, pan fry or bake the salmon, it's really the sauce that makes this dish so delicious and addictive.
Steps Overview
To prepare the salmon for baking, simply pat the salmon steaks or fillets dry, rub with a bit of olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
Bake in the oven for approximately 10 minutes. I like to place the salmon under the broiler for about 3 minutes to finish cooking it.
You can tell if the salmon is ready by inserting the tip of a knife or fork in the thickest part of the fish, if the fish is opaque and flakes easily then it's done.
Serving Suggestions
You can serve this Thai Baked Salmon with Cilantro-Chili Sauce with steamed rice and sauteed or steamed veggies such as baby bok choy or broccoli for a complete meal.
Storage Instructions
Refrigerate any leftover sauce in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Store any leftover fish in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 4 days.
If you love Thai food, don't forget to check out this recipe for Thai Chicken Wings, it's a crowd pleaser!
Enjoy!
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Thai Baked Salmon with Cilantro-Chili Sauce Recipe
Ingredients
For the Salmon:
- 2 salmon steaks or 1 salmon fillet approximately 1 lb., 454 g.
- ½ teaspoon olive oil
- salt to your taste
- pepper to your taste
For the Cilantro-Chili Sauce:
- ½ onion small yellow or red
- ¼ red bell pepper finely diced
- 1 tablespoon cilantro finely chopped
- 1 medium clove garlic minced
- 3 tablespoons soya sauce
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
- 1 tablespoon light tasting oil
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 1 teaspoon sriracha sauce or chili-garlic sauce
Instructions
For the Salmon:
- Pat salmon steaks (or fillet) dry.
- Rub salmon with olive oil, salt and pepper.
- Bake in oven on middle rack for 10 min and then place under broiler for 3 minutes or until fish is opaque and flakes easily.
For the Cilantro-Chili Sauce:
- In a small bowl, add all sauce ingredients and mix well. If making ahead of time, refrigerate the sauce. Serve sauce with fish.
Notes
- Cooking time will vary according to the thickness of the salmon.
Alisa_ewert says
I need to add this in my note book i love to read such amazing articles and you have perfect recipy dear.
All That I'm Eating says
This sounds delicious, I love all the colours from that chilli sauce too.
Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says
Thanks, the sauce is really incredible, so simple but really delicious.
Karen says
Asian flavors go so well with salmon and your recipe sounds wonderful.
Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says
I think so too, salmon is so mild tasting so it's delicious with so many different flavours.
Louise Crosby says
I'm always looking for new ways to serve salmon, and this looks delicious. Thanks, Fida!
Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says
So glad you think so Louise!
athleticavocado says
This salmon looks INCREDIBLE! I also love salmon with the bones on it, so much more flavorful!
Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says
I have to say I never noticed the flavour difference between fish with bones and those without. I'll have to pay better attention next time!
C.M. says
That sauce sounds delicious, will have to try it soon!
Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says
Thanks, hope you love it!
Loretta says
Love salmon with the bones, that's exactly what we had for dinner last night with baked veggies. This recipe does sound good with the separate sauce. The colors are robust and makes for an attractive plate with the rice and bok choy.
Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says
That's great Loretta, your dinner sounds delicious. Thanks for stopping by!