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Plated sweet and spicy glazed salmon with peach and pepper relish garnished with fresh herbs.
Alyssa

Sweet and Spicy Glazed Salmon

A flavorful salmon recipe with a subtle sweetness and a bit of spice, topped with a crunchy peach and pepper relish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Dishes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1.5 pounds fresh salmon fillets
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 1/3 cup diced sweet peppers
  • 1/3 cup diced peaches
  • 1/8 teaspoon ginger
  • 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro or basil
  • to taste salt and pepper

Method
 

  1. For salmon: Place oven rack in middle and preheat oven broiler to 400-degrees F.
  2. Combine paprika, chili powder, ground ginger, brown sugar and salt. Rub on flesh sides of salmon.
  3. Heat oven-proof skillet on stovetop over medium-high heat. Coat skillet with canola oil.
  4. Cook salmon skin side up for 2 minutes, shaking occasionally to keep from sticking.
  5. Flip to skin side down and cook for 2 more minutes. Coat tops and sides with honey.
  6. Place in middle rack of oven and cook for an additional 2 minutes for medium doneness. Adjust cook time for preferred doneness.
  7. For relish: Mix all ingredients together. Salt and pepper to taste. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Notes

Serve hot with relish on top for an extra layer of flavor.