Spicy Chipotle Salmon
Salmon is one of the easiest foods to prepare in the kitchen. It can be prepared many different ways using the same basic method, but using a variety of different ingredients and flavors. I broiled this salmon with a spicy and sweet chipotle sauce. Sometimes the best recipes are the simplest, and this is one
- Prep time
- 14 min
- Cook time
- 31 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
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- 1 small chipotle in adobo (seeds remove)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 4 tablespoons orange juice
- 2 garlic cloves (crushed)
- Salt and pepper to your taste
- 4 salmon fillets (about 1 1/2 lb. total, skin removed)
Instructions
- 1
Place the chipotle pepper, honey, orange juice, garlic clove, salt and pepper in the blender. Blend until well combined.
- 2
Place the salmon fillets on a large dish in a single layer. Add the sauce to the salmon and turn to coat. Let stand at room temperature for about 7 to10 minutes.
- 3
Preheat the broiler. Place the fillets on a foil-lined rimmed baking sheet. Broil until the fillets are caramelized, about 3 to 4 minutes.
- 4
Carefully turn the fillets and continue broiling until the salmon is cooked through, about 3 to 4 minutes more. Serve warm.