Sweet Sriracha Salmon

Sweet and spicy. Perfectly flaky. Moist and tender. Our Sweet Sriracha Salmon recipe is one of my family’s favorite freezer meals and a great way to have really good food that’s good for you on the table fast when life is crazy.

I think you will be amazed at how beautifully the salmon turns out. It marinates nicely as it thaws and cooks quickly no matter which method you choose. My kids like to say it’s “fancy” when we have salmon at home! Don’t tell them eating fish is also very good for your heart health and brain health.

Instead, just serve up a variety of salmon dishes once a week or so and take the win. You might enjoy our Ginger Soy Salmon, or try Maple Dijon Salmon. We have at a dozen different salmon recipes you can experiment with in our Freezer Meals 101 Club.

Sweet Sriracha Salmon Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 lbs. salmon fillets
• 3 Tbsp. olive oil
• 1 Tbsp honey, melted
• 1 tsp. ginger, minced (the squeezy tube kind)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 1/2 Tbsp. lime juice
• 1 1/2-2 Tbsp. sriracha
• 1 Tbsp. cilantro
• salt and pepper

How to Make Sweet Sriracha Salmon

Assembly Instructions

1. Place salmon fillets in large resealable freezer bag.
2. Mix the other ingredients together in a bowl and pour on top.
3. Remove excess air, seal, and freeze. 

Cooking Instructions

BBQ Cooking Instructions

1. Thaw overnight in the fridge.
2. Preheat BBQ to medium.
3. Create a tin foil packet for the salmon, place it inside and seal.
4. BBQ 10-15 minutes or until it flakes fairly easily.

Oven Cooking Instructions

1. Thaw overnight in the fridge.
2. Place on a baking sheet lined with tin foil and bake at 400°F for about 20 minutes.
3. The exact cooking time will vary depending on the thickness of the salmon fillet. It will flake easily when done.

Air Fryer Instructions

1. Thaw overnight in the fridge.
2. Place small batches of the fish in the air fryer.
3. Air fry at 400°F for 7 to 8 minutes, or longer depending on thickness of the salmon.

How do I know when the salmon is fully cooked?

You can base this on temperature, texture, or desired doneness. I like to cook my salmon until it flakes easily with a fork. The USDA recommends that the thickest part of the salmon be at least 145ºF. You can use an thermometer probe to check this. For reference, medium doneness would be about 135ºF and have a slightly pink center.

How do you keep salmon from falling apart as it cooks on a grill?

If you choose the BBQ method, keeping the salmon in one piece will be a challenge. This is why we recommend putting it into a foil packet to cook it on the grill. Another option would be to place it on a wooden plank used for smoking meat. This adds flavor and keeps the salmon off the grates where it might stick and break apart.

Sweet Sriracha Salmon Recipe Ideas

This basic approach with honey and sriracha will work with several different styles of seasoning. Instead of garlic, ginger and cilantro, you can change things up and use your favorite dry rub or spice mixes. Keep things interesting by varying the spices and flavor profiles used. As an example, another combination that would work well with this basic recipe is cinnamon, garlic and oregano.

If you want to keep things as convenient as possible, buy a marinade to use instead of following this recipe. Try a few different marinades to see what you like. It will cost more money, but works well when you are pinched for time.

How do I store Sweet Sriracha Salmon

Leftovers can be kept for one or two days in the refrigerator in an airtight container. The salmon filets can also be frozen if you won’t use them within a couple of days. Reheat the salmon in the microwave or on the stovetop until it reaches 165ºF for food safety with leftover fish.

What to Serve with Sweet Sriracha Salmon

Salmon is always perfect on a bed or rice or quinoa. Serve it with a simple green salad or green vegetable. This simple but delicious fish is also lovely with mashed potatoes or mashed sweet potatoes instead of rice. One restaurant I know of serves the salmon over a bed of polenta and it is amazing! You can also add a side of dinner rolls or fresh bread.

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Sweet Sriracha Salmon

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 lbs. salmon fillets
• 3 Tbsp. olive oil
• 1 Tbsp honey, melted
• 1 tsp. ginger, minced (the squeezy tube kind)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 1/2 Tbsp. lime juice
• 1 1/2-2 Tbsp. sriracha
• 1 Tbsp. cilantro
• salt and pepper

Instructions

Assembly Instructions

1. Place salmon fillets in large resealable freezer bag.

2. Mix the other ingredients together in a bowl and pour on top.

3. Remove excess air, seal, and freeze. 

BBQ Cooking Instructions

1. Thaw overnight in the fridge.

2. Preheat BBQ to medium.

3. Create a tin foil packet for the salmon, place it inside and seal.

4. BBQ 10-15 minutes or until it flakes fairly easily.

Oven Cooking Instructions

1. Thaw overnight in the fridge.

2. Place on a baking sheet lined with tin foil and bake at 400°F for about 20 minutes.

3. The exact cooking time will vary depending on the thickness of the salmon thickness. It will flake easily when done.

Air Fryer Instructions

1. Thaw overnight in the fridge.

2. Place small batches of the fish in the air fryer.

3. Air fry at 400°F for 7 to 8 minutes, or longer depending on thickness of the salmon.