Firecracker Salmon
A vibrant and flavorful dish featuring salmon coated in a sweet and spicy buffalo sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
For the salmon
- 4 pieces salmon fillets
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 2 tablespoons oil (your choice)
For the Firecracker sauce
- 1/4 cup buffalo sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the buffalo sauce, brown sugar, soy sauce, olive oil, minced garlic, ginger, black pepper, and paprika.
- Season the salmon fillets generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Heat some oil in a skillet over medium heat and add the salmon fillets, cooking for about 3 minutes on each side.
- Pour the firecracker sauce over the salmon.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and let it cook for about 9 minutes.
Serving
- Serve the Firecracker Salmon on plates, drizzled with any remaining sauce and garnish with freshly chopped herbs.
- Pair with steamed vegetables or quinoa for a complete meal.
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Notes
Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Adjust the buffalo sauce for more or less heat. You can marinate the salmon to enhance flavors.