Thai Chili and Balsamic Pan-Seared Salmon
Elevate your everyday meal with this simple, yet sophisticated pan-seared salmon recipe. Enjoy a crispy, golden-brown crust paired with a tender, flaky interior. Perfect for weeknight dinners!
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 378kcal
Equipment
- 12" cast iron skillet
Ingredients
- 4 scallions white parts and 4 inches of green tops
- 6 salmon fillets with skin attached; 6 oz fillets
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon pepper
- 2 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
- 3 cloves garlic mined; or ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoon ginger fresh; grated
- ½ cup Thai chili sauce sweet
- ¼ cup light brown sugar firmly packed
- 3 tablespoon soy sauce
- 3 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoon lime juice freshly squeezed
Instructions
- Dice white parts of scallions and put in a bowl for later. Chop green part of scallions on a diagonal and save for later.
- Rise and dry the salmon fillets. In a 12″ skillet heat the vegetable oil on medium / high heat.
- Sear the salmon fillets with skin side up for 4 minutes. Turn filets over and cook until salmon is translucent.
- Take salmon out of the skillet and cover with aluminum foil. Wipe out the skillet and add the sesame oil, garlic, ginger and white part of scallions. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes over medium / high heat. It will start to smell amazing. Add the chili sauce, brown sugar, soy sauce and vinegar. Mix until it becomes the consistency of a syrup.
- Serve salmon with glazed brushed on top. Add green tops of scallions to each fillet.
Notes
- Preheat for Crispy Skin: A hot pan ensures a golden, crispy crust that locks in flavor. Don’t forget to let it cook on one side for the full four minutes before moving it is the secret to success!
- Don’t Overcrowd the Pan: Cook in batches to avoid steaming and ensure even searing.
- Internal Temp for Doneness: Use a thermometer for perfect results—125°F for medium-rare or 145°F for fully cooked.
Nutrition
Calories: 378kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 36g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 94mg | Sodium: 937mg | Potassium: 1002mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 305IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 46mg | Iron: 2mg
