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close up bbq chicken over rice with mango salsa
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5 from 18 votes

BBQ Salmon Recipe

Crispy and moist salmon fillets smothered with homemade BBQ sauce and served over rice and pineapple.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Diet: Low Lactose
Skill Level: Beginner
Servings: 4
Author: Rena

Ingredients

  • 24 ounces salmon fillets 4, 6 ounce fillets
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • kosher salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 teaspoons sesame seeds to garnish

BBQ SAUCE:

  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper

OPTIONAL TO SERVE:

  • cooked rice
  • pineapple chunks

Instructions

  • In a medium mixing bowl, combine all BBQ sauce ingredients ( 1/2 cup ketchup, 1/4 cup honey, 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon chili powder, and 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper) and whisk well. Set aside until ready to use.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large non-stick pan over medium heat. Quickly season the 24 ounces salmon fillets with a pinch of kosher salt and pepper. Add them to the hot pan and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until nicely golden.
    seared salmon filets in a pan.
  • Meanwhile, preheat the broiler.
  • Add the BBQ sauce to the pan, and allow it to simmer for 3-4 minutes, spooning it all over the salmon.
    bbq sauce being poured over salmon filets
  • Broil for 2-3 minutes, or until salmon is lightly charred and flaky. Remove from the oven and sprinkle with 2 teaspoons sesame seeds.
  • Serve over cooked rice with pineapple chunks (highly recommend this combo!), if desired, and enjoy!
    close up bbq chicken over rice with mango salsa

Notes

  • Salmon: Use salmon with skin or skinless. You may use any other fish or protein. Consider chicken breast if you don't like salmon.
  • I prefer you make your BBQ sauce at home, but ultimately, you may use store-bought.
  • Pineapple: This is optional, but complements the salmon so well. You may use mango in place of pineapple.
  • Serve over rice, quinoa, pasta, or zoodles.
  • Store leftovers in a sealed container for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 383kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 94mg | Sodium: 949mg | Potassium: 978mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 24g | Vitamin A: 401IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 41mg | Iron: 2mg