Thai Salmon with Roasted Sesame Asparagus Recipe

Name: Thai Salmon with Roasted Sesame Asparagus
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb. asparagus; 2 tsp. toasted sesame oil; 1 tsp. kosher salt; 1 tsp. Freshly ground pepper; 2 tsp. sesame seeds; 1 tbsp. Thai red chili paste; 2 tsp. lime juice; 1/2 tsp. ground coriander; 1/2 tsp. ginger; 4 skinless salmon fillets; Cooked jasmine rice (optional)

Servings: persons

1
Heat oven to 450 degrees F. On a baking sheet with sides, toss asparagus with oil, 1/2 teaspoon of the salt, and pepper; arrange in a single layer and roast 5 minutes.
2
Sprinkle with sesame seeds; roast 5 minutes more, tossing until crisp-tender.
3
Meanwhile, combine chili paste, lime juice, coriander, and ginger until blended.
4
Brush mixture over both sides of salmon, then season with the remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt.
5
Spray a large nonstick skillet with canola oil cooking spray and heat over medium-high heat.
6
Add salmon fillets, rounded side down, and cook 4 minutes, until browned.
7
Turn fillets and continue to cook 3 minutes for medium-rare, 5 minutes for medium, or until desired doneness.
8
Serve with asparagus, and jasmine rice, if desired.

269

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb. asparagus, 2 tsp. toasted sesame oil, 1 tsp. kosher salt, 1 tsp. Freshly ground pepper, and more.

Yes, Thai Salmon with Roasted Sesame Asparagus falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Thai Salmon with Roasted Sesame Asparagus

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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