Sesame Grilled Salmon

Recipe View 5 mins In a mixing bowl, whisk together the light soy sauce, honey, grated fresh ginger, and minced garlic until thoroughly combined, creating a harmonious marinade. Reserve 2 tablespoons of this luscious mixture for later use. (Prep time: 5 minutes)

Recipe View 10 mins Gently nestle the salmon fillets in a shallow dish and generously drench them with the remaining marinade, ensuring every surface is coated. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and allow the salmon to luxuriate in the flavors within the refrigerator for a brief 10 minutes. (Marinating time: 10 minutes)

Recipe View 2 mins In a large skillet, heat the sesame oil over medium-high heat until it shimmers, promising a delightful sear. (Heating time: 2 minutes)

Recipe View 4 mins Remove the salmon from its marinade bath, lightly shaking off any excess. With a flourish, place the fillets, skin-side up (if skin-on), into the awaiting hot oil. Allow them to sizzle undisturbed for 4 minutes, developing a golden crust. Discard the initially used marinade.

Recipe View 1 mins With care, flip the salmon fillets and gracefully drizzle the reserved marinade over their surfaces. Sprinkle generously with sesame seeds, adding a nutty crunch and visual appeal. (Flipping and drizzling: 1 minute)

Recipe View 7 mins Continue to cook until the fish flakes effortlessly with a fork, approximately 5-7 minutes. For skin-on fillets, flip once more, gently remove the skin (if desired), and cook for an additional minute to ensure perfect doneness. (Cooking time: 6-8 minutes)