This Spicy Korean Grilled Salmon is a quick and easy way to prepare fish, packed with spice and umami. Perfect for a lazy summer night. 286 calories/serving; 2 Freestyle points.
I used to be intimidated at the thought of cooking fish at home. Over the years, I’ve learned how to prepare fish in a healthy and delicious way, and discovered how quick and easy it is. Fish is actually just as versatile as chicken once you get over the fear factor. It can be grilled, baked, steamed, and stir-fried.
Grilled salmon is one of my favorite during the summer – salmon is naturally high in heart healthy fat and stays nice and moist when cooked properly.
If you’re worried about the fish sticking to your grill, place the fish on a lightly greased piece of foil and put this directly on the grill. You don’t even have to turn the fish over if you cover the grill during cooking time. There’s no cleanup afterwards either.
I’m adding this Spicy Korean Grilled Salmon to my growing collection of fish recipes.
Note: Be sure to read the label on the gochujang container as some brands contain wheat.
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Mixed Fish and Avocado Poke Tower
Walnut Crusted Seared Wasabi Salmon
Fish Tacos with Creamy Chipotle Sauce
Chinese Szechuan Spicy Fish Soup
Steamed Thai Coconut Red Curry Fish
Grilled Salmon with Spicy Korean Chile Pepper Sauce
Ingredients
- 1 pound salmon fillet
Spicy Korean Red Pepper Marinade
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon gluten-free Korean hot pepper paste gochujang
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon minced onion
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
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Mix marinade ingredients together. Spread on all sides of salmon fillet. Let marinade for 20 minutes. Grill until just cooked through.
Recipe Notes
If you are gluten-free, be sure to read the label on the gochujang container. Some brands contain wheat.
2 Freestyle points.
Kalyn says
This really sounds delicious. I’m liking the new granulated Stevia products so I’d probably sub that for sugar.
Jeanette says
Kalyn – I think you’d like this – it’s a little sweet and spicy, and very rich tasting.
Carolyn says
Mmm, wonderful. I love new salmon dishes because I eat so much of it.
Jeanette says
Carolyn – this is a great way to mix things up if you like salmon. I’m always trying new ways to eat fish.
Kelly says
This looks and sounds wonderful! I am always looking for new fish dishes to make and I love your addition of gochujang – gives this dish a great kick 🙂
Jeanette says
Thanks Kelly – I love gochujang and it’s great on this fish, adds lots of great flavor easily.
Russell at Chasing Delicious says
That red pepper marinade sounds fantastic! My brother loves spicy things so I’m definitely going to have to make this for him.
Jeanette says
Russell – hope your brother likes this as much as I do.
JulieD says
Looks so good, Jeanette, I love salmon!
Jeanette says
Thanks Julie – I think you’ll like this sauce – it’s got a little kick to it.
Alyssa (Everyday Maven) says
That looks awesome Jeanette – we are eating a lot of Salmon right now b/c it’s so abundant here and cheap. I am printing this!
Jeanette says
Thanks Alyssa – this is a great summer recipe – super easy and quick!
Georgia @ The Comfort of Cooking says
What a scrumptious way to prepare salmon, Jeanette! This looks so delicious. My hubby would LOVE the spicy sauce!
Jeanette says
Thanks Georgia – hope your hubby likes the sauce – it’s not super spicy, but has a kick to it with some sweetness.
Lydia (The Perfect Pantry) says
I love Korean red pepper paste and I’m always looking for new ways to use it.
Jeanette says
Lydia – gochujang is addictive isn’t it? I love it on this fish, and almost anything I can think of.
Joanne says
I love how spiced up this is! Exactly how I like my salmon.
Jeanette says
Joanne – love this sauce – it’s sweet and spicy, and works on all sorts of fish.
Sommer @ ASpicyPerspective says
Great recipe!
Jeanette says
Thanks Sommer – this is one my go-to recipes this summer for grilling fish.
Shaina says
I love that you’ve conquered your fear of cooking fish. I know so many people who are afraid of ruining expensive pieces of meat so they avoid it. The sauce here is a must for me.
Jeanette says
Shaina – so funny how easy fish is to cook, yet for some reason so many people (including me) think it’s hard to prepare properly. The key I’ve found is to make sure you don’t overcook it. This sauce is amazing – I use it on all different types of fish and have never been disappointed.
Kim @ muffinenvy.com says
Thanks so much for taking the intimidation out of cooking salmon! You’re right – it does stay moist and I find its a fish that is actually quite forgiving to cook. Excellent recipe!
Jeanette says
Thanks Kim – isn’t it funny how intimidating fish can be, yet once you realize how easy it is to make, it can become a quick and easy meal for dinner almost any night.
Juliet says
We love gochujang and pairing it with salmon makes perfect sense! I can’t wait to try it!
Jeanette says
Juliet – this is one of my favorite sauces – I hope you have a chance to give it a try!
Juliet says
We made it over the holiday weekend and it was delicious! Thank you for the recipe!
Jeanette says
Juliet – so glad you enjoyed this recipe! It is one of my favorites and I love trying it on all different fish. Thanks so much for stopping back and letting me know how it turned out.
Evan @ Groom of Steel says
Oh my gosh… I couldn’t even make it through all the pictures before drooling all over my keyboard! I honestly suck at cooking fish, but this looks far too good to pass up on. Thanks!
nikki says
Thanks for this..im going to try this recipe tonight;)
Jeanette says
Nikki – would love to hear how this turns out for you. Happy cooking!
Kimchi John says
I made this salmon recipe with Frieda’s butter babies potatoes, red onions, mushrooms and radishes! All on the the grill. It was superb! ????
Jeanette says
So glad you enjoyed this recipe John – love the combination of veggies you served it with!