Description
Salmon Asian Rub Recipe is more than just a flavorful dish—it’s a nostalgic nod to one of my earliest culinary experiments. I still remember the first time I tried blending soy sauce, brown sugar, and ginger to create a marinade for salmon. I didn’t follow a strict recipe, just intuition, and the memory of the sweet-savory dishes I grew up eating at family gatherings. The result? A gorgeously caramelized crust, locked-in juiciness, and flavors that transported me straight to the comfort of our kitchen table.
Ingredients
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- 1/4 cup soy sauce
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- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
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- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
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- 1 teaspoon ginger powder
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- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
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- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
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- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
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- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
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- 2 green onions, finely chopped
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Instructions
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- Prepare the Salmon: Start by patting the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. This helps the rub adhere better to the surface.
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- Mix the Rub: In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic powder, ginger powder, sesame oil, rice vinegar, sesame seeds, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir until the sugar is fully dissolved and the ingredients are well combined.
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- Apply the Rub: Place the salmon fillets on a plate or in a shallow dish. Generously coat both sides of the salmon with the rub, using your hands or a brush to ensure even coverage. Let the salmon marinate in the rub for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator.
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- Cook the Salmon: Choose your preferred cooking method (grilling, baking, or pan-searing) and follow the instructions below.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Fish
- Method: Pan
- Cuisine: American