Wednesday, July 20, 2011

Thai-Style Summer Salmon (with Citrus, Ginger, Soy and Salted Peanuts)

Nobody really wants to do heavy cooking during the summer. This time of year, I am always searching for easy, quick, light dishes to prepare for dinner. Last week, I was playing around with some ingredients that I had in the fridge, and I came up with this fresh, summery salmon recipe that explodes with flavor and texture. I have made it 3 times since then! The fish is simply cooked in the oven, and then drizzled with this gorgeous citrusy-gingery-soy marinade, and topped with lots of freshly chopped cilantro, mint and salted peanuts. This casual salmon dish is perfect for a summer gathering, and can be prepared in no time. Use the leftovers on top of a mixed green salad or to stuff pitas for a brilliant lunch.

Thai- Style Summer Salad
Serves 6

1.5 pound Salmon fillet, skin removed ( I used Salmon Trout)
1/3 cup soy sauce
Juice from 1 large orange (or 1/4 cup orange juice)
1.5 tablespoons minced ginger
3 tablespoons plum sauce or duck sauce
2 tablespoons maple syrup
2 tablespoons roughly chopped cilantro
2 tablspoons roughly chopped mint leaves
3 tablespoons roughly chopped salted peanuts

Preheat the oven 375. Place the fish in a lightly greased baking dish, and cover with aluminum foil. Place in the oven, and cook for 20-30 minutes, until done to your liking. Remove from the oven, and uncover. Meanwhile, whisk together the soy sauce, orange juice, ginger, plum/duck sauce and maple syrup. Before serving, spoon the marinade over the cooked fish. Sprinkle the cilantro, mint and peanuts. Enjoy!






4 comments:

  1. this recipe looks delic! how come i have never tasted it? i need to make this asap!!!

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  2. Love the food! You’re amazing. This menu is fantastic, It sure will help everyone who’s looking for a perfect menu like this. Thank you for sharing this recipe.

    zonia

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  3. Finally tried this recipe - absolutely delicious! I nixed the cilantro for basil (I just prefer basil) and added garlic before realizing it wasn't part of the recipe!! YUM!

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