How spicy is this dish?

It's mildly spicy, but feel free to add more sriracha if you prefer more heat.

What dishes can I serve on the side?

Coconut rice, stir-fried veggies, rice noodles, or roasted broccoli complement this dish well.

How do I know when the fish is done?

Test the fish by poking it with a fork and rotating it slightly. If it flakes easily, it's ready. If you're new to cooking, use a thermometer—farm-raised salmon is done at 125 degrees, while wild-caught is done at 120 degrees.

Quick and Easy Spicy Garlic Salmon in 20 Minutes

Name: 20 minute Spicy Garlic Salmon
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
Ingredients: 4 individual salmon fillets; 2 tbsp soy sauce; ¼ tbsp Worcestershire; ½ tbsp mirin; 1 tsp sesame oil; ¼ tsp ground ginger; ½ tbsp sriracha; 1 clove garlic, minced; 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, finely chopped; 1 tbsp olive oil; 2 lemons or limes, sliced into wedges for serving

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Looking for a quick and healthy dinner? This Spicy Garlic Salmon recipe can be made in just 20 minutes, delivering a flavorful, family-friendly meal that’s perfect for busy nights.

Ingredients

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4 individual salmon fillets
2 tbsp soy sauce
1/4 tbsp Worcestershire
1/2 tbsp mirin
1 tsp sesame oil
1/4 tsp ground ginger
1/2 tbsp sriracha
1 clove garlic, minced
2 tbsp fresh cilantro, finely chopped
1 tbsp olive oil
2 lemons or limes, sliced into wedges for serving

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
Place two pieces of tin foil in a cross shape on a cast iron skillet.
Whisk together soy sauce, Worcestershire, mirin, sesame oil, ground ginger, sriracha, minced garlic, cilantro, and olive oil.
Lay the salmon fillets skin down on the tin foil. Pour the sauce over the salmon, then fold and seal the foil.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
Be cautious when opening the foil, as hot steam will escape. Serve the salmon with lemon or lime wedges and enjoy!

Equipment

Cast Iron Skillet

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Prep Time: 5
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Fish dinner
Method: Baking