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A white plate with an ear of grilled corn, a spoonful of macaroni and cheese, and a grilled salmon filet.

Korean Style Barbecue Salmon

Spicy grilled salmon is marinated then cooked until tender on the grill.
5 from 17 votes
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Calories: 303kcal
Author: Hezzi-D

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons chile paste
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 2 teaspoons grated ginger
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 1/2 lb. skin on center cut salmon
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Instructions

  • In a medium bowl combine the chile paste, soy sauce, sesame oil, lemon juice, sugar, ginger, and garlic. Mix until combined.
  • Remove 3 tablespoons of the sauce and place in a large container. Add the salmon and rub all over to coat. Cover and refrigerate 30 minutes. Reserve remaining sauce.
  • Preheat a grill to medium high heat.
  • Oil the grates of the grill with the vegetable oil.
  • Place the salmon on the grill skin side up and cook for 5 minutes.
  • Flip the salmon over and brush with remaining sauce. Grill until cooked through, about 5 minutes.
  • Remove from grill and cut into 4 pieces. Sprinkle with scallions if desired.

Notes

Recipe from Food Network Magazine, June 2020.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 303kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 15g | Cholesterol: 71mg | Sodium: 509mg | Sugar: 3g