Description
Baked Pineapple Salmon is a delightful dish that brings the vibrant flavors of Thailand straight to your table. This quick and easy recipe combines succulent salmon with juicy pineapple, drizzled with a sweet chili and hoisin glaze, creating an explosion of tropical taste in every bite. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this one-pan meal takes just 20 minutes to prepare and cook, making cleanup a breeze. Serve it alongside rice or fresh greens for a balanced and mouthwatering meal that your family will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 1/2 pounds salmon fillet
- 1 can pineapple slices (drained)
- 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 4 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with nonstick aluminum foil.
- Place the salmon on the prepared baking sheet; season with salt and pepper.
- Arrange pineapple slices underneath the salmon to keep it moist.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together sweet chili sauce, melted butter, hoisin sauce, lemon juice, minced garlic, and reserved pineapple juice. Pour over the salmon.
- Bake for about 15 minutes until flaky; broil for an additional 5 minutes for extra flavor.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve with lime wedges.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg