Best 10 Firecracker Salmon Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with our Firecracker Salmon, an explosion of flavors that will set your senses ablaze. This delectable dish features succulent salmon fillets coated in a tantalizing blend of spices, herbs, and a hint of heat. Baked to perfection, the salmon emerges from the oven with a crispy crust and a tender, flaky interior that melts in your mouth. Accompanying the salmon are three delectable sauces: a zesty Lemon Caper Sauce, a creamy Avocado Ranch Dressing, and a tangy Mango Salsa. These sauces add layers of flavor and texture, transforming each bite into a culinary adventure. Whether you prefer the bright acidity of the Lemon Caper Sauce, the cool creaminess of the Avocado Ranch Dressing, or the tropical sweetness of the Mango Salsa, you'll find a sauce that perfectly complements the firecracker salmon.

Let's cook with our recipes!

FIRECRACKER GRILLED ALASKA SALMON



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These are salmon fillets in a tasty, tangy sauce with a little heat! Serve with rice and a simple stir-fry of baby corn, shiitake mushrooms and snow peas.

Provided by Anonymous

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Salmon

Time 6h40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 (4 ounce) fillets salmon
½ cup peanut oil
4 tablespoons soy sauce
4 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
4 tablespoons green onions, chopped
3 teaspoons brown sugar
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 ½ teaspoons ground ginger
2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon sesame oil
½ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Place salmon filets in a medium, nonporous glass dish. In a separate medium bowl, combine the peanut oil, soy sauce, vinegar, green onions, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, red pepper flakes, sesame oil and salt. Whisk together well, and pour over the fish. Cover and marinate the fish in the refrigerator for 4 to 6 hours.
  • Prepare an outdoor grill with coals about 5 inches from the grate, and lightly oil the grate.
  • Grill the fillets 5 inches from coals for 10 minutes per inch of thickness, measured at the thickest part, or until fish just flakes with a fork. Turn over halfway through cooking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 307.2 calories, Carbohydrate 4.6 g, Cholesterol 62.9 mg, Fat 21.5 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 23.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 649.3 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

FIRECRACKER GRILLED SALMON



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Let this sensational salmon perk up dinner tonight. With a super flavorful glaze that kicks you right in the taste buds, this weeknight dish is anything but boring. -Melissa Rogers, Tuscaloosa, AL

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 green onion, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon maple syrup
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 salmon fillets (6 ounces each)

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first 10 ingredients. Pour 1/4 cup marinade into a large resealable plastic bag. Add the salmon; seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate for up to 30 minutes. Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade. , Drain salmon, discarding marinade in bag. Place salmon skin side down on a greased grill rack. Grill, covered, over high heat or broil 3-4 in. from the heat for 5-10 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork, basting occasionally with remaining marinade.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 306 calories, Fat 18g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 85mg cholesterol, Sodium 367mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 29g protein. Diabetic exchanges

FIRECRACKER SALMON



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This salmon gets marinated in a maple and jalapeno sauce, then gets topped with additional maple syrup during baking, for a perfect spicy-sweet marriage of flavors. This only has a hint of heat, so double the jalapeno if desired. Use center-cut salmon fillets that are approximately 1 inch thick.

Provided by France C

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Seafood Main Dish Recipes     Salmon     Baked Salmon Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 9

¼ cup maple syrup
1 medium jalapeno, cut in half width-wise
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
½ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon black pepper
2 (6 ounce) fillets salmon fillets
salt and pepper to taste
2 teaspoons maple syrup

Steps:

  • Combine 1/4 cup maple syrup, 1/2 of the jalapeno pepper, garlic, vinegar, salt, and black pepper in a mini food processor or small blender jar; blend until smooth.
  • Place salmon fillets in a gallon-sized resealable plastic bag. Pour marinade on top, seal, and refrigerate for 20 minutes. Remove from refrigerator and let the bag sit at room temperature for 10 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Remove salmon from marinade and pat dry. Place salmon on the prepared baking sheet and season with additional salt and pepper. Slice remaining jalapeno pepper thinly and place on top of salmon.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Brush 2 teaspoons maple syrup onto the fillets and return to the hot oven. Bake until fish flakes easily with a fork, an additional 3 to 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 365.8 calories, Carbohydrate 31.9 g, Cholesterol 74.7 mg, Fat 10 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 36 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 732.8 mg, Sugar 27.6 g

FIRECRACKER SALMON STEAKS



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Red pepper flakes and cayenne provide the fiery flavor that gives these salmon steaks their name. Basting the fish with the zippy sauce while grilling creates a glossy glaze. -Phyllis Schmalz of Kansas City, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup chili sauce
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional
4 salmon steaks (6 ounces each)

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the vinegar, chili sauce, sugar, garlic, parsley and seasonings. , Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Grill salmon, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 4-5 minutes on each side or until fish flakes easily with a fork, basting occasionally with sauce.

Nutrition Facts :

FIRECRACKER GRILLED SALMON OR OCEAN TROUT



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Another delicious salmon or ocean trout recipe with Asian flavours. Time does not include marinating time 4-6 hours.

Provided by Wendys Kitchen

Categories     Trout

Time 15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 (4 ounce) salmon fillets
1/2 cup peanut oil
4 tablespoons soy sauce (regular or low sodium)
4 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
4 tablespoons green onions, chopped
3 teaspoons brown sugar
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Place salmon fillets in dish for marinating.
  • In a bowl combine all other ingredients.
  • Pour over fish and marinate in fridge for 4-6 hours.
  • Grill fillets on BBQ until cooked to your liking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 289.6, Fat 19, SaturatedFat 3.3, Cholesterol 51.6, Sodium 735.4, Carbohydrate 4.4, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 3.2, Protein 24.1

FIRECRACKER SALMON OAMC



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Had this at my sisters and had to find the recipe on the web. Even folks who don't care for salmon love this recipe. I tweaked it a little to lower the sodium and fat. Update: I bought some frozen salmon, made the marinade, and poured into Seal-A-Meal bags with the frozen salmon, and put all in the freezer. Defrosted in the frig overnight. Yum, yum. Pulling the air out with a Seal-A-Meal or Food Saver draws the marinade deep into the fish. Also used the marinade on a very thick sirloin steak for two. Wow! Going to try it on chicken, too.

Provided by Spankie

Categories     Very Low Carbs

Time 20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 (4 ounce) salmon fillets
1/2 cup peanut oil
1/4 cup light soy sauce
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup green onion, chopped
1 tablespoon brown sugar
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Whisk together all ingredients except filets in medium bowl.
  • Place filets in a glass baking dish, cover with marinade, cover, and refrigerate 4 to 6 hours.
  • OR: Place filets in freezer bags (either all in one, or separately for individual servings) with marinade; if using separate bags, divide marinade equally.
  • Place bags in freezer (remove from freezer the day before serving day and thaw in refrigerator).
  • Prepare outdoor grill with coals about 5 inches from grate; oil or spray grate lightly.
  • Grill 10 minutes per inch of thickness, turning halfway through cooking.
  • NOTE: I substitute olive oil for the peanut oil, and then bake or broil the filets (olive oil does not stand up well to the intense heat of an outdoor grill).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 285, Fat 18.5, SaturatedFat 3.2, Cholesterol 51.6, Sodium 745.5, Carbohydrate 4.5, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 3.2, Protein 24.2

FIRECRACKER GRILLED ALASKA SALMON



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Categories     Fish

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 6oz salmon steaks, or fillets
1/4 C peanut oil
2 T soy sauce
2 T balsamic vinegar
2 T chopped scallions
1 1/2 tsp brown sugar
1 clove garlic, minced
1/4 tsp grated ginger
1 tsp hot red pepper flakes
1/2 tsp sesame oil
1/8 tsp salt

Steps:

  • Place salmon in glass dish. In a small bowl, whisk together remaining ingredients, and pour over salmon. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate 4-6 hours. when ready to cook, preheat grill. Remove salmon and place on well oiled grill. Grill for 10" per inch of thickness, turning halfway through. Serve

FIRECRACKER SALMON WITH SPICY MOLASSES



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Baked salmon made with a quick blended marinade delivering the deep rich flavor of molasses and the undertones of some spice.

Provided by Chef Mo

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Seafood Main Dish Recipes     Salmon     Baked Salmon Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

⅓ cup cilantro
¼ cup molasses
1 ½ tablespoons hot pepper relish
2 cloves garlic
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon onion powder
⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 pound salmon, with skin

Steps:

  • Combine cilantro, molasses, relish, garlic, olive oil, onion powder, and cayenne pepper in a blender and blend until smooth.
  • Place salmon in a shallow glass baking dish and coat with the molasses mixture. Cover and refrigerate 15 minutes. Turn salmon over and refrigerate 15 minutes more.
  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Uncover baking dish and turn salmon skin-side down in the baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven, uncovered, until fish flakes easily with a fork and the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees F (63 degrees C), about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 288.6 calories, Carbohydrate 16.8 g, Cholesterol 50.4 mg, Fat 13.5 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 24.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 79.4 mg, Sugar 11.6 g

FIRECRACKER GRILLED SALMON



Firecracker Grilled Salmon image

Make and share this Firecracker Grilled Salmon recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Jesters Lace

Categories     Very Low Carbs

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

36 ounces salmon fillets
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup reduced sodium soy sauce
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
2 teaspoons garlic, chopped
2 teaspoons dried red peppers, crushed
1 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon onion powder

Steps:

  • Whisk together all ingredients except salmon. Place 6 6 oz salmon fillets in a gallon-sized resealable bag and pour marinade over. (reserve 1/4 cup for glaze).
  • Seal and allow to marinate in refrigerator 30 minute.
  • Remove salmon from marinade and discard marinade. Grill salmon on a hot grill 4 to 5 minutes or until cooked through. Baste with reserved marinade while grilling.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 410, Fat 26.4, SaturatedFat 3.8, Cholesterol 77.4, Sodium 677.2, Carbohydrate 6.3, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 4.7, Protein 35.2

FIRECRACKER GRILLED SALMON RECIPE - (4.4/5)



Firecracker Grilled Salmon Recipe - (4.4/5) image

Provided by june

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 (6 oz) salmon fillets
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1 tbsp honey
2 tsp finely chopped garlic
2 tsp dried crushed red pepper
1 1/2 tsp ground ginger
1 tsp sesame oil
1/2 tsp table salt
1/4 tsp onion powder

Steps:

  • Place salmon fillets in a large zip-top plastic freezer bag. Whisk together oil, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, honey, chopped garlic, dried crushed red pepper, ground ginger, sesame oil, salt and onion powder. Pour over salmon, reserving 1/4 cup mixture. Seal and chill 30 minutes. Preheat grill to 400 degrees. Remove salmon from marinade; discard marinade. Grill salmon, without grill lid, 4 to 5 minutes or until fish is cooked through and flakes with a fork, turning occasionally and basting with reserved marinade. Remove from grill and discard skin.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, high-quality salmon. For the best results, use a center-cut salmon fillet that is at least 1 inch thick.
  • Don't overcook the salmon. Salmon is a delicate fish, so it is important to cook it gently and carefully. Overcooked salmon will be dry and flaky.
  • Use a flavorful marinade. The marinade will help to infuse the salmon with flavor and keep it moist during cooking.
  • Cook the salmon over medium heat. This will help to prevent the salmon from burning or overcooking.
  • Serve the salmon immediately. Salmon is best served fresh out of the oven or grill.

Conclusion:

Firecracker salmon is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its sweet and spicy glaze, this salmon is sure to be a hit. Serve it with your favorite sides, such as rice, roasted vegetables, or a salad.

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