Roasted Salmon with Bamboo Shoot
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This is one of my favorite weeknight dinners because it comes together in under an hour and tastes like you spent all day cooking. Salmon is packed with omega 3 fatty acids that are great for your heart and brain, while the fresh bamboo shoots add a wonderful crunch and subtle earthiness. The beauty of this dish is how simple it is, just a handful of ingredients and a hot oven do all the work. Ginger, garlic, and a quick Asian inspired glaze create this incredible depth of flavor that makes everyone think you're a much more experienced cook than you probably are.
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Ingredients
- 4salmon fillets(6 oz each, skin-on)
- 355 mlfresh bamboo shoots(julienned)
- 2 tablespoonsfresh ginger(minced)
- 3garlic cloves(minced)
- 3 tablespoonssoy sauce
- 2 tablespoonsmirin
- 1 tablespoonsesame oil
- 1 tablespoonrice vinegar
- 2 tablespoonsolive oil
- 3scallions(sliced into 2-inch pieces)
- 1 tablespoonsesame seeds(white or black)
- to tastesalt and black pepper
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
Tip: Dry salmon ensures better browning and crisper skin.
- 2
Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Once shimmering, place salmon skin-side up and sear for 3-4 minutes until the skin is golden and crispy.
Tip: Don't move the salmon while searing to achieve a perfect crust.
- 3
While the salmon sears, whisk together soy sauce, mirin, sesame oil, and rice vinegar in a small bowl to create the glaze.
Tip: Prepare the glaze ahead of time to keep your cooking flowing smoothly.
- 4
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 8-10 minutes until the salmon reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
Tip: The salmon will continue cooking slightly after removal, so avoid overcooking.
- 5
In a separate small pan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add minced ginger and garlic, stirring constantly for 1 minute until fragrant.
Tip: Watch closely to prevent the aromatics from burning.
- 6
Add the julienned bamboo shoots to the pan with ginger and garlic, stir-frying for 3-4 minutes until lightly golden and tender-crisp.
Tip: Bamboo shoots cook quickly, so don't overcrowd the pan.
- 7
Pour the prepared glaze into the bamboo shoot mixture and toss gently to coat evenly. Cook for 1 minute until the sauce thickens slightly.
Tip: The sauce will thicken as it heats; a quick minute is all you need.
- 8
Remove the salmon from the oven and top each fillet with the bamboo shoot mixture. Garnish with fresh scallions and sesame seeds, then drizzle any remaining glaze around the plate.
Tip: Serve immediately while the salmon is still warm for the best flavor and texture.
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