Best 6 Amazing Salmon Marinade Recipes

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Salmon is a delicious and versatile fish that can be cooked in a variety of ways. One of the best ways to cook salmon is to marinate it before cooking. Marinating salmon helps to tenderize the fish and infuse it with flavor. There are many different marinades that can be used for salmon, so you can find one that suits your taste. Some popular marinade ingredients include olive oil, lemon juice, herbs, and spices. No matter what marinade you choose, you are sure to enjoy the delicious results.

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SIX HEALTHY SALMON MARINADE RECIPES



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Made with fresh healthy ingredients, these six marinade recipes will give your salmon amazing taste without overpowering the fish.

Provided by Andi

Categories     Main Course

Number Of Ingredients 35

1 Tbsp olive oil
¼ cup lemon juice (approx. one freshly squeezed lemon)
2 garlic cloves (minced)
1 tsp lemon zest
salt and pepper (to taste)
1 Tbsp olive oil
¼ cup soy sauce (or tamari sauce)
1 Tbsp honey (or maple syrup)
1 Tbsp lemon juice
½ Tbsp hot sauce
salt and pepper (to taste)
2 Tbsp olive oil
2 Tbsp dijon mustard
2 Tbsp honey
1 Tbsp whole grain mustard
½ tsp garlic powder
salt and pepper (to taste)
1 Tbsp olive oil
¼ cup lime juice (approx. 3 freshly squeezed limes)
½ Tbsp lime zest
½ tsp chili powder
½ tsp garlic powder
¼ tsp paprika
salt and pepper (to taste)
1 Tbsp olive oil
2 Tbsp lemon juice
2 garlic cloves (minced)
1 tsp Italian seasoning
salt and pepper (to taste)
1 Tbsp olive oil
¼ cup freshly squeezed orange juice
1 Tbsp orange zest
2 garlic cloves (minced)
1 ½ tsp ground ginger
salt and pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • Add all marinade ingredients to a small bowl and mix together.
  • Add salmon to a glass container or plastic bag and pour marinade sauce overtop. Container should be small enough so that salmon can soak up the sauce. Seal the bag/container and let sit in fridge for 1-2 hours before cooking. Salmon can also marinade overnight in the fridge.
  • Preheat oven to 450°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place salmon fillet skin side down on the baking sheet. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until salmon is easily flaked with a fork. (If you have small salmon fillets, just cook for less time).
  • Heat a frying pan over medium-high heat with cooking oil. Once the pan is hot, add the salmon so skin side is facing up. Cook for 2-3 minutes then flip over so skin side is down. Pour the leftover marinade sauce over top of the salmon and cook for another 3-5 minutes. I like to watch the clock during this time because I'm not a fan of overcooked salmon.
  • At this point, depending on how thick the salmon is, the sides of the salmon should have just turned white and it should be cooked. To check you can use a fork to see if the salmon flakes easily. If it does, and the insides aren't translucent, then it's cooked. Remove from heat.
  • Heat barbecue to medium heat, place salmon on the grill, skin side up. Cover and let cook for about 5 minutes, then flip. Pour extra marinade over top and cook an additional 5 minutes. Salmon will be done when easily flaked with a fork.
  • Lightly coat the inside of the air fryer tray or basket with olive oil or cooking spray. Add the salmon fillets skin side up to the tray. Cook at 400°F for 10 minutes, then flip them over and pour leftover marinade on top. Cook an additional 10 minutes, or until fully cooked.

SALMON MARINADE



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This easy marinade can be used to flavor up to two pounds of salmon fillets.

Provided by Dustin Hafer

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Marinade Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

¼ cup lime juice
¼ cup Worcestershire sauce
1 pinch dried thyme
1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, stir together the lime juice, Worcestershire sauce, thyme and vegetable oil. Mix well.
  • Cover all surfaces of fish fillet with marinade. Refrigerate and let stand as little as 30 minutes or as long as overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 48.7 calories, Carbohydrate 4.8 g, Fat 3.5 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 167 mg, Sugar 2 g

THE BEST SALMON MARINADE



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Fabulous Family favorite!!! Super easy and lots of flavor! Made many times and never had negative results. If there are any leftovers this salmon makes a wonderful salad topper for lunch or a salmon salad sandwich. When cooking on the cedar plank or adding liquid smoke, it takes the salmon to a whole new level of flavor. Awesome... best of all this is pretty much idiot proof! Try serving with recipe#318889 or recipe#297906 for a great tasty feast.

Provided by CHILI SPICE

Categories     Japanese

Time 40m

Yield 4-5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 salmon fillets or 4 salmon steaks
1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 scallions, chopped (2 green onions)
1 garlic clove, finely chopped
2 teaspoons fresh ginger, peeled and finely chopped

Steps:

  • Mix oil, soy sauce, scallions, garlic, and ginger to make a marinade, pour over salmon and marinate for 1 hour in the refrigerator. (no longer than an hour or the salt in the soy will begin to cook the meat).
  • Grill, bake or grill salmon for about 4 minutes per side (when salmon flakes when pierced with a fork).
  • **** (for a smokier flavor, add a couple splashes of liquid smoke to marinade -or- soak cedar planks in water for a few hours and grill the salmon on the cedar on the bbq). FABULOUS FAMILY FAVORITE (KIDS TOO). ****.

GRILLED SALMON WITH HONEY-SOY MARINADE



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Six ingredients are all it takes for this full-flavor easy salmon marinade. With the flavor profile of honey, soy sauce, brown sugar, and more this savory yet sweet meal is a great weeknight go-to. When the brown sugar, butter and honey glaze caramelize on the surface, this marinade for salmon comes to life. Try sprinkling your marinated salmon with toasted white and black sesame seeds or green onions for a beautiful finish.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1 tablespoon olive or vegetable oil
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1 large salmon fillet (about 2 lb), cut into 8 pieces

Steps:

  • In small bowl, mix all ingredients except salmon.
  • In shallow glass or plastic dish, place salmon. Pour marinade over salmon. Cover and refrigerate at least 30 minutes but no longer than 1 hour.
  • Heat coals or gas grill. Remove salmon from marinade; reserve marinade. Place salmon, skin side down, on grill. Cover and grill over medium heat 10 to 20 minutes, brushing 2 or 3 times with marinade, until salmon flakes easily with fork. Discard any remaining marinade.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200, Carbohydrate 2 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 19 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 115 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g

SPICY SALMON MARINADE



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This white wine, rosemary, and garlic marinade is given a kick with crushed red pepper and hot sauce. As written, the heat level is mild, but adjust to your tastes by adding more hot sauce or a spicier hot sauce. I like to use a Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio, and serve the rest of the bottle chilled with dinner. This salmon tastes best when cooked on an outdoor grill.

Provided by France C

Time 2h5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (1 1/2-pound) skin-on center-cut salmon fillet
6 fluid ounces dry white wine
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon hot sauce
½ teaspoon dried rosemary
½ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Cut fish into 4 portions.
  • Whisk together wine, olive oil, garlic, pepper flakes, and hot sauce in a small bowl. Pour over salmon and seal bag closed, letting out excess air. Place in refrigerator for 1 hour, turning after 30 minutes. Remove salmon from the marinade, letting excess drip off, and place on a plate to stand at room temperature for 15 minutes. Discard any remaining marinade.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Place salmon flesh-side down on the hot grill. Close the lid and grill for 3 minutes. Flip and grill an additional 3 to 4 more minutes. Sprinkle with salt before serving, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 313.5 calories, Carbohydrate 2 g, Cholesterol 74.7 mg, Fat 13.4 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 36 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 393.8 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

FANTASTIC HOISIN SALMON MARINADE



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Once you try this salmon mariade you will use it all the time for your salmon steaks, this marinade is enough for 5 center cut salmon steaks about 1-inch thick. Please leave the skin on while baking!

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Savory

Time 57m

Yield 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 tablespoons soy sauce
1/4 cup hoisin sauce
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons fresh minced garlic
3 green onions, chopped
1/2 teaspoon dryed ginger powder
black pepper

Steps:

  • Whisk all ingredients in a shallow bowl.
  • Add in the salmon steaks (do not remove the skin!) turn to coat in the marinade.
  • Cover and refrigerate for about 35 minutes.
  • Discard the marinade.
  • *NOTE* to bake the salmon steaks; season the salmon with salt and pepper.
  • Place on a lightly greased baking sheet with skin side down.
  • Bake for about 20-22 minutes at 375 degrees.
  • Remove the skin before serving.
  • Delicious!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 146.6, Fat 11.3, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 0.4, Sodium 1415.6, Carbohydrate 9.2, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 4.2, Protein 3.1

Tips:

  • Use fresh salmon fillets or steaks for the best results.
  • Choose a marinade that complements the flavor of salmon, such as a citrus-based marinade, a herb-infused marinade, or a savory marinade with garlic and soy sauce.
  • Marinate the salmon for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight, to allow the flavors to penetrate the fish.
  • Cook the salmon over medium heat to prevent it from drying out.
  • Use a cooking method that suits the thickness of the salmon fillets or steaks, such as grilling, baking, or pan-searing.
  • Serve the salmon with a variety of sides, such as roasted vegetables, grilled lemon wedges, or a simple green salad.

Conclusion:

By following these tips, you can create a delicious and flavorful salmon dish that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you are grilling, baking, or pan-searing the salmon, be sure to use a marinade to enhance the flavor of the fish. With so many different marinade recipes to choose from, you are sure to find one that you and your family will love.

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