Firecracker Salmon

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This salmon gets marinated in a maple and jalapeño sauce, then gets topped with additional maple syrup during baking, for a perfect spicy-sweet marriage of flavors.

Submitted by France C
Updated on August 24, 2023
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Additional Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
55 mins
Servings:
2
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Ingredients

  • ¼ cup maple syrup

  • 1 medium jalapeño, cut in half width-wise

  • 1 clove garlic, minced

  • 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • ⅛ teaspoon black pepper

  • 2 (6 ounce) fillets salmon fillets

  • salt and pepper to taste

  • 2 teaspoons maple syrup

Directions

  1. Combine 1/4 cup maple syrup, 1/2 of the jalapeño pepper, garlic, vinegar, salt, and black pepper in a mini food processor or small blender jar; blend until smooth.

  2. Place salmon fillets in a gallon-sized resealable plastic bag. Pour marinade on top, seal, and refrigerate for 20 minutes. Remove from refrigerator and let the bag sit at room temperature for 10 minutes.

  3. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  4. Remove salmon from marinade and pat dry. Place salmon on the prepared baking sheet and season with additional salt and pepper. Slice remaining jalapeno pepper thinly and place on top of salmon.

  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Brush 2 teaspoons maple syrup onto the fillets and return to the hot oven. Bake until fish flakes easily with a fork, an additional 3 to 5 minutes.

Recipe Tips

Use center-cut salmon fillets that are approximately 1-inch thick. The marinade only has a hint of heat, so double the jalapeno if desired.

Editor's Note:

Nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of marinade ingredients. The actual amount of marinade consumed will vary.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

366 Calories
10g Fat
32g Carbs
36g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 2
Calories 366
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10g 13%
Saturated Fat 2g 11%
Cholesterol 75mg 25%
Sodium 733mg 32%
Total Carbohydrate 32g 12%
Dietary Fiber 0g 1%
Total Sugars 28g
Protein 36g 72%
Vitamin C 5mg 5%
Calcium 96mg 7%
Iron 2mg 9%
Potassium 713mg 15%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.