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Salmon Marinade

A bright, savory marinade that infuses salmon with soy, lemon, garlic, honey, and parsley for quick, flavorful cooking.
Prep Time2 minutes
Total Time32 minutes
Servings: 2 yield

Ingredients

  • 1 cup soy sauce
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley minced
  • 2-3 pounds fresh salmon

Instructions

  • In a large bowl or large zip-top bag, whisk together 1 cup soy sauce, 3 tablespoons lemon juice, 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 2 tablespoons honey, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley until combined.
  • Add 2–3 pounds fresh salmon to the marinade, ensuring the fish is fully coated and covered.
  • Seal the bag or cover the bowl and refrigerate; marinate for 30–60 minutes but no longer than 60 minutes to avoid fish breakdown.
  • Choose a cooking method: air fryer, oven, skillet, or grill, and prepare the cooking surface as described below.
  • Air fryer: Spray the basket with pan spray and place salmon skin-side down; cook at 400°F for 8–10 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
  • Oven: Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment or nonstick foil; place salmon skin-side down and bake 8–10 minutes or until it reaches 145°F.
  • Skillet: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add salmon skin-side up and sear 4–5 minutes, flip, then cook an additional 3 minutes or until cooked through.
  • Grill: Preheat grill to 500°F and oil the grates. Place salmon skin-side down and grill 6–8 minutes, then flip and cook over indirect heat 2–4 minutes or until it reaches 145°F.

Equipment

  • large zip-top bag or large bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board
  • air fryer, oven, skillet, or grill

Notes

  • Do not marinate the salmon longer than 60 minutes to prevent mushy texture.
  • Pat salmon dry before cooking for better sear if using skillet or grill.
  • Use a food thermometer to confirm salmon reaches 145°F.