Grilled salmon is a delicious and versatile dish, and when paired with an Asian-inspired marinade, it becomes even more irresistible. This recipe takes the natural richness of salmon and enhances it with a flavorful marinade that features aromatic ginger, spicy chili, fragrant garlic, zesty lemongrass, and the smooth richness of olive oil. The result is a perfectly grilled fish with a perfect balance of sweet, savory, spicy, and tangy notes.
Whether you’re preparing a weeknight dinner or a special weekend barbecue, this Asian-style grilled salmon is sure to impress. The marinade not only infuses the salmon with intense flavor but also helps keep it moist and tender while it cooks. Ready in just a few simple steps, this dish brings together the best of both worlds: healthy and delicious!
Preparation Time: Around 20 minutes
Ingredients
600g Norwegian salmon fillet, skinned and deboned
Aluminum foil grill pan
Marinade
2 cloves garlic
1 pcs chili pepper, red
1 pcs lemongrass
2 tbsp ginger, fresh
0.5 dl olive oil, extra virgin
Preparation
- Heat the grill and cut the salmon into servings.
- Finely chop the garlic and chili, and cut lemongrass in small pieces.
- Grate the ginger and mix it with the other ingredients for the marinade.
- Place the salmon in a greased grill pan and pour the marinade over.
- Turn the salmon to ensure it fully covered in marinade and leave for 1-2 hours at room temperature.
- Cover the pan with grill foil or lid and grill the salmon for about 15 minutes until the salmon is barely cooked through.
- Serve the salmon with your choice of sides
Image and recipe by Norwegian Seafood Council, https://www.fromnorway.com/recipes/salmon/ginger-and-chili-marinated-norwegian-salmon/
