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Sriracha Honey Glazed Salmon with Broccoli - Sweet, Spicy, and Weeknight Easy

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • Salmon fillets: 4 fillets (about 6 ounces each), skin-on if possible.
  • Broccoli: 1 large head (or about 4 cups florets), cut into bite-size pieces.
  • Olive oil: 2 tablespoons, divided.
  • Honey: 3 tablespoons.
  • Sriracha: 1–2 tablespoons, to taste.
  • Soy sauce or tamari: 1 tablespoon (use low-sodium if preferred).
  • Rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar: 2 teaspoons.
  • Garlic: 2 cloves, minced (or 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder).
  • Ginger: 1 teaspoon freshly grated (or 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger).
  • Lemon or lime: 1, for zest and wedges.
  • Sesame oil (optional): 1/2 teaspoon for extra aroma.
  • Sesame seeds (optional): For garnish.
  • Scallions (optional): 2, thinly sliced for garnish.
  • Salt and black pepper: To taste.

Method
 

  1. Preheat and prep the pan: Heat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large sheet pan with parchment for easier cleanup.
  2. Season the broccoli: Toss the broccoli with 1 tablespoon olive oil, a pinch of salt, and pepper. Spread it on two-thirds of the pan in an even layer.
  3. Start roasting the broccoli: Roast for 7–8 minutes while you prepare the glaze. This gives the florets a head start so they crisp up.
  4. Make the glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, sriracha, soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil (if using). Taste and adjust: add more honey for sweetness or more sriracha for heat.
  5. Prep the salmon: Pat the fillets dry. Rub with the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and a light sprinkle of salt and pepper. Zest a little lemon over the top if you like.
  6. Add salmon to the pan: Pull the pan from the oven. Scoot the broccoli to keep it in a single layer. Place the salmon skin-side down on the empty side.
  7. Glaze generously: Spoon about two-thirds of the glaze over the salmon, spreading to coat the tops and sides. Drizzle a little over the broccoli for extra flavor.
  8. Roast to finish: Return the pan to the oven and cook 8–12 minutes, depending on thickness. The salmon should flake easily and look slightly translucent in the center. Aim for an internal temp of 125–130°F (52–54°C) for moist, medium doneness.
  9. Optional broil: For extra caramelization, switch to broil for 1–2 minutes at the end. Watch carefully to avoid burning the glaze.
  10. Finish and serve: Warm the remaining glaze briefly in the microwave or a small pan. Spoon it over the salmon, squeeze fresh lemon or lime, and top with sesame seeds and scallions. Serve with rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice if you want a base.