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Sheet Pan Sesame Gochujang Salmon Recipe

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  • Author: Bara
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 14 minutes
  • Total Time: 29 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Korean-Inspired

Description

This Sheet Pan Sesame Gochujang Salmon recipe delivers a flavorful and easy-to-make meal featuring tender salmon filets and crisp green beans coated in a spicy, sweet gochujang marinade. Baked and broiled to perfection, the dish is garnished with fresh scallions, cilantro, and toasted sesame seeds and served over fragrant coconut rice for a balanced, vibrant dinner.

Ingredients

Marinade

  • 2-3 Tablespoons Gochujang (or substitute sambal oelek)
  • 2 Tablespoons Toasted Sesame Oil
  • 2 Tablespoons Dark Brown Sugar (packed, or substitute coconut sugar)
  • 2 Tablespoons Rice Vinegar
  • 2 Tablespoons Low-Sodium Soy Sauce
  • 3 Cloves Garlic (minced)
  • 1 Tablespoon Fresh Ginger (grated)
  • 1 Tablespoon Sesame Seeds

Main Ingredients

  • 4 6-Ounce Salmon Filets
  • 10 Ounces Fresh Green Beans (stems trimmed)

Garnish and Serving

  • 1/4 Cup Sliced Scallions
  • 1/4 Cup Fresh Cilantro (chopped)
  • Toasted Sesame Seeds (for garnish)
  • Coconut Rice (for serving; recipe referenced)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Marinade: In a large bowl, whisk together gochujang, toasted sesame oil, dark brown sugar, rice vinegar, low-sodium soy sauce, minced garlic, grated fresh ginger, and sesame seeds until fully combined.
  2. Reserve Marinade: Set aside 1/4 cup of the marinade in a separate small bowl for basting later.
  3. Prepare Green Beans: Wash and trim the stems off the green beans, then add them to the large bowl with the remaining marinade. Stir to coat the green beans evenly.
  4. Marinate Salmon and Green Beans: Add the salmon filets to the marinade bowl, coating them well. Allow the salmon and green beans to marinate together for 20 minutes.
  5. Preheat Oven: While marinating, preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  6. Transfer to Baking Sheet: Arrange the marinated salmon filets skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet, surrounding them with the green beans coated in marinade.
  7. Bake Salmon and Green Beans: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until the salmon is cooked through and the green beans are tender.
  8. Broil Salmon: Switch the oven to the broiler setting on high. Broil the salmon for about 2 minutes until the top is crispy and slightly caramelized. Watch carefully to avoid burning.
  9. Brush Reserved Marinade: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and brush the reserved marinade over the salmon and green beans for extra flavor.
  10. Garnish, Serve, and Enjoy: Sprinkle chopped scallions, fresh cilantro, and toasted sesame seeds over the salmon and green beans. Serve everything hot over coconut rice and enjoy your meal!

Notes

  • You can substitute sambal oelek for gochujang if unavailable, though the flavor will be slightly different.
  • Marinate the salmon and green beans for a full 20 minutes to develop rich flavors.
  • Broiling at the end adds a perfect crispy finish to the salmon skin and caramelizes the glaze.
  • If coconut rice recipe is not available, jasmine rice cooked with coconut milk and a pinch of salt makes an excellent substitute.
  • Use low-sodium soy sauce to control salt levels in this dish.

Find it online: https://yumbara.com/sheet-pan-sesame-gochujang-salmon-recipe/