Candied Salmon
My cooking style and culinary outlook have changed drastically over the years. Looking back, I remember coming home from work and spending hours in the kitchen, whisking, roasting, pureeing, bruleeing… learning. It was my hobby and my escape. As with all things I enjoy, I studied cookery. I was on a mission to prove something, if only to myself. My goal was always to create a masterpiece. After the birth of child number one, things changed. As a former teacher, I pompously thought to myself, “How hard could taking care of a baby possibly be? I wrangle 25 kids at a time all day long! This is going to be a piece of cake!” Yet, sleep deprivation and constant screaming do funny things to a person. Two weeks into motherhood, I had the daunting realization, I was in over my head. This was no easy task. With a greater sense of humility, I asked questions, read parenting books, and researched.
I found a new mission, a new passion. My passion for food hasn’t changed, but my willingness to devote a third of my waking hours to it has. I’m constantly looking for ways to make recipes quicker and easier, without sacrificing health and flavor. Nowadays I’m a “less is more” kind of cook. Big flavor, fewer ingredients, no one to impress. I like to let the food speak for itself. An ingredient’s natural flavor, texture, and color should shine, not get covered up by throwing the whole pantry in one dish. I still occasionally make a 30 ingredient, cook-all-day, type of meal. Just not quite as often.
Smoked Asian Salmon
This Candied Smoked Salmon Recipe is a perfect example of simple, flavorful cooking. I marinated the salmon in soy sauce, brown sugar and liquid smoke. The liquid smoke gives the salmon the essence of fish cooked over a cedar plank, without having to make a trip to the lumberyard. It’s sweet and smoky with a crisp exterior and sumptuous interior. The Candied Smoked Salmon Recipe is elevated by crispy, flash-fried ginger strips as a garnish. These are, of course, optional but offer a little extra punch to the finished dish. Throw in a veggie and some rice, and you have a wonderful, healthy dinner.
Asian Salmon Ingredients
Salmon Fillets – you can make this with or without the skin Soy Sauce – regular or gluten-free Liquid Smoke – any flavor you prefer Brown Sugar – saving a little extra for sprinkling as well Fresh Ginger Oil for Frying – This could be vegetable, peanut, or coconut oil Salt Pepper
How to Make Candied Salmon
What to serve with Candied Salmon?
Serve this simple smoked salmon on the grill with rice and stir-fried vegetables. You can serve it with simple steamed rice, or go for Japanese Hibachi Fried Rice. Also, try our healthy Panda Express Super Greens (Copycat Recipe), Stir Fry Sugar Snap Peas, or salad with Japanese Ginger Salad Dressing.
How long does grilled salmon last in the fridge?
You can store cooked salmon in the fridge for about 3 days in an airtight container.
How do you reheat candied salmon?
Reheating salmon low and slow will help prevent it from drying out and becoming rubbery. Place it in the oven at around 275 degrees F for 10 to 15 minutes until the internal temperature of the salmon reaches 125 to 130 degrees F.
What Can You Do With Leftover Salmon?
The leftover salmon can be used in our salmon dip recipe and smoked salmon deviled eggs. Although both these recipes use pre-packaged smoked salmon, this smoky grilled salmon can also be used!
Other Great Dinner Ideas
Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti with Rotel (Casserole Recipe) Spicy Thai Basil Chicken Recipe (Pad Krapow Gai) Retro Taco Pizza (Layered Taco Dip) The Ultimate Wedge Salad Recipe Garlic Butter Roasted Parsnips Recipe Quick Maple Glazed Carrots with Cinnamon Recipe
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