Ingredients
Scale
Just like my mom could make magic with a few ingredients, this dish doesn’t require much to shine. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 ounces each)
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup pineapple juice
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
For substitutions, you can use maple syrup in place of honey if you prefer. Fresh ginger can be swapped with ground ginger, though fresh gives the best flavor punch. And if you’re out of pineapple juice, orange juice can be a quick substitute.
Instructions
This is where the magic happens. Let’s dive into the process of making this dish:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, pineapple juice, soy sauce, olive oil, garlic, ginger, salt, and pepper.
- Place the salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet, skin side down.
- Brush the honey-pineapple mixture generously over the salmon, reserving a little for basting later.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes. Halfway through, brush the salmon with the remaining glaze for extra flavor.
- Once the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork, remove it from the oven.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving, if desired.
Remember, cooking is about using what you have and making it work. Don’t stress if you don’t have fresh cilantro; the dish will be just as delicious without it.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International
Keywords: Honey Pineapple Glazed Salmon, recipe, cooking, food
