Best 4 Salty Sweet Salmon With Ginger And Spicy Cucumber Salad Recipes

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**Salty-Sweet Salmon with Ginger and Spicy Cucumber Salad: A Symphony of Flavors**

Prepare to embark on a culinary journey with our delectable Salty-Sweet Salmon with Ginger and Spicy Cucumber Salad, a dish that tantalizes your taste buds with its harmonious blend of flavors. This recipe showcases succulent salmon fillets enveloped in a delectable marinade of honey, soy sauce, and aromatic ginger, resulting in a delectable interplay of salty, sweet, and savory notes. Perfectly grilled or pan-seared, the salmon emerges with a crispy exterior and a tender, flaky interior.

Accompanying the salmon is a refreshing and vibrant Spicy Cucumber Salad, a symphony of crisp cucumbers, zesty red onions, and a piquant dressing infused with ginger, garlic, and a touch of chili. The salad provides a delightful contrast to the richness of the salmon, cleansing the palate with its light and tangy flavors.

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Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

CRISPY SALMON WITH CUCUMBER SALAD AND SPICY MAYO



Crispy Salmon with Cucumber Salad and Spicy Mayo image

These pan-fried salmon fillets get a light, crispy crust from arrowroot flour a gluten-free starch that's similar to cornstarch (which you can also use). The salmon is served with a spicy mayo and refreshing cucumber salad, for a meal that's full of crunch, snap and flavor.

Provided by Gabriela Rodiles

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons rice vinegar, white wine vinegar or red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (from 1 lime) or lemon juice
1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil or neutral oil
Kosher salt
One 12-ounce package Persian cucumbers (about 7 cucumbers), or 12 ounces English cucumbers sliced into half-moons
1/2 cup lightly packed cilantro leaves
1/4 cup roasted salted peanuts, or any other roasted salted nut, roughly chopped
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon chile-garlic sauce, sambal oelek or hot sauce
1/4 cup vegetable oil or other neutral oil
Four skinless or skin-on salmon fillets, preferably center cut (6 to 8 ounces each)
3/4 cup arrowroot flour or cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper or crushed red pepper

Steps:

  • Whisk together the vinegar, lime juice, sesame oil and a large pinch of salt in a large bowl. Thinly slice the cucumbers lengthwise about 1/8-inch thick with a mandoline or vegetable peeler. Add the cucumbers to the bowl with the dressing; add the cilantro and peanuts and toss until evenly coated. Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt, if needed. Stir together the mayonnaise and chile-garlic sauce in a small bowl until smooth. Set both aside for serving.
  • Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Season the salmon fillets with a large pinch of salt. Place the arrowroot or cornstarch in a medium shallow bowl or baking dish and whisk in the cayenne and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Dredge the salmon fillets until each side is well coated.
  • Once the oil is shimmering and hot, carefully add the salmon. Cook until well browned and just cooked through, 4 to 5 minutes per side.
  • Give the cucumber salad a toss, then transfer to a serving bowl. Place each salmon fillet on a plate, drizzle with the spicy mayo and serve with the cucumber salad.

SWEET & SPICY GLAZED SALMON



Sweet & Spicy Glazed Salmon image

There's a bit of magic going on here: A glaze of brown sugar, mustard, soy sauce and ginger is baked atop salmon to create a sweet-tangy entree. If you want to reward the family with a little something special, this recipe definitely fits the bill. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup brown sugar
3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon sesame oil
4 salmon fillets (6 ounces each)
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Combine the brown sugar, mustard, soy sauce, paprika, ginger and oil in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil. Cook and stir until brown sugar is dissolved., Place salmon skin side down on a greased broiler pan. Sprinkle with pepper and salt., Broil 6 in. from the heat for 10-15 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork, brushing glaze over salmon during the last 1-2 minutes of cooking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 338 calories, Fat 16g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 85mg cholesterol, Sodium 795mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 29g protein.

SWEET AND SPICY GRILLED SALMON



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The decadent-tasting "good" fat in salmon complements the sweet-spicy Buffalo glaze. The skin gets caramelized and crisp on the grill as the sauce drips onto it. It's delicious, but can be discarded to save fat and calories. (The numbers below include the skin.) A crisp and refreshing celery slaw is dressed with the same sauce, made creamy with light mayo, and brightened with onions and chives.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons hot sauce, such as Frank's
1 tablespoon packed dark brown sugar
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons light mayonnaise
1 tablespoon snipped chives
8 stalks celery, very thinly sliced in half moons on an angle
1/2 small red onion, very thinly sliced
Four 5-ounce center-cut skin-on salmon fillets, about 1-inch thick
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Vegetable oil, for oiling the grill

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill or grill pan on medium high.
  • Mix together the hot sauce, brown sugar, paprika and cayenne in a small bowl. Transfer 1 tablespoon of the mixture to a large bowl and whisk in the mayonnaise; set aside the rest of the sauce. Add the chives, celery and onions to the bowl with the mayonnaise and toss well.
  • Sprinkle the salmon with salt and pepper. Brush the grill grate lightly with oil. Lay the salmon on the grill, skin-side up, and cook until distinct grill marks appear and the salmon releases easily from the grate, 2 to 3 minutes. Turn and brush the fish with some of the reserved sauce. Continue to cook the fish, brushing the pieces periodically with the sauce, until the salmon fillets are glazed and just cooked through, 13 to 15 minutes more.
  • Transfer the fillets to individual plates and serve with the celery slaw.

SALTY-SWEET SALMON WITH GINGER AND SPICY CUCUMBER SALAD



Salty-Sweet Salmon with Ginger and Spicy Cucumber Salad image

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/4 cup Fish sauce
1.1/2 teaspoons Rice-wine vinegar
3/4 teaspoon sugar, or to taste
1/4 cup peeled and minced ginger
1/4 cup FOR THE SALMON: honey
1/4 cup soy sauce
1 garlic clove, crushed
1.1/2 tablespoons ketchup
4 6-ounce pieces salmon fillet
1 cup FOR THE CUCUMBERS: rice-wine vinegar
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon Togarashi (or grounded red pepper flakes, or rocoto)
1.1/2 teaspoons grated ginger
1 english cucumber, seeded and sliced 1/8 inch thick

Steps:

  • Make the preserved ginger: The day before, whisk together the fish sauce, rice-wine vinegar and sugar, then add the ginger. Make sure it is covered by the liquid.
  • Combine the honey, soy sauce, garlic, ketchup and 1/4 cup water. Marinate the salmon in this for 2 hours, turning after 1 hour.
  • Meanwhile, prepare the cucumber salad: Bring the vinegar to a boil. Add the sugar, salt, togarashi and ginger. Return to a boil, then let cool to room temperature. Put the cucumbers in a nonreactive container and cover with the vinegar mixture. Let sit at least one hour before serving.
  • Preheat grill to low. Arrange salmon on a hinged grill basket, then cook, basting occasionally with the marinade, over a low flame for 5 minutes per side, or until just flaky. (Or broil, skin side down, 6 inches from the flame for 4 minutes, baste, then turn and broil for 2 minutes.) To serve, use a slotted spoon to place the cucumber salad on each of 4 plates. Lay the salmon next to the salad and serve topped with preserved ginger.

Tips:

  • Choose the right salmon. Look for a wild-caught, sustainable salmon fillet that is fresh and firm. Avoid fillets that are mushy or have a strong fishy smell.
  • Don't overcook the salmon. Salmon is a delicate fish that can easily become dry and overcooked. Cook it just until it is opaque in the center, about 6-8 minutes per side.
  • Use a flavorful marinade. The marinade in this recipe is packed with flavor, thanks to the combination of soy sauce, mirin, sake, and ginger. Be sure to let the salmon marinate for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
  • Make sure the cucumber salad is cold and refreshing. The cucumber salad is a great way to balance out the richness of the salmon. Be sure to chill it for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  • Serve the salmon and cucumber salad together. This dish is best served immediately, with the salmon hot and the cucumber salad cold. You can also garnish the dish with some fresh herbs, such as cilantro or basil.

Conclusion:

This salty-sweet salmon with ginger and spicy cucumber salad is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. The salmon is flavorful and moist, and the cucumber salad is refreshing and tangy. This dish is sure to please everyone at your table.

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