Description

Sweet chili sauce is a beloved element in Asian cuisine, enhancing both authentic dishes and popular takeout variations. Typically, it boasts a slightly translucent or rosy hue, a delightfully sticky texture, and a scattering of spicy chili flakes. Despite its name, this version of sweet chili sauce delivers a pleasant kick!

For those sensitive to spice, the chili sauce can be replaced with simple crushed red pepper flakes or a dash of your favorite hot sauce. A touch of sweetener provides the necessary sweetness to balance the chili's heat. This homemade chili sauce is especially wonderful drizzled over thinly sliced, marinated salmon.

The salmon's delicate slices allow for quick marinating and cooking. This recipe is perfect for preparing multiple protein portions in advance. Serve the salmon with sweet chili sauce as is, accompanied by a side or two, atop a fresh salad, or sashimi-style with cauliflower rice and refreshing cucumber slices.

Because the salmon is thinly sliced, it's important to select a high-quality piece. This doesn't necessarily mean expensive; rather, avoid frozen salmon fillets that are already quite flat. Frozen salmon can be used if the fillets have thick, meaty portions that won’t become too soft after thawing, but fresh or vacuum-sealed salmon is ideal.

Choosing between wild-caught and farmed salmon is a matter of personal preference. If you're concerned about the chili paste making the sauce too spicy, there are several ways to adjust the recipe. Start by simply reducing the amount of chili paste used; this ingredient doesn't significantly impact the overall nutritional profile.

For a less spicy alternative, consider using dried red pepper flakes. Add them to the sauce according to your desired level of heat. To further temper the spice, you can add more sweetener to taste.

This salmon recipe offers a delightful combination of flavors and textures, making it a versatile and satisfying meal. The sweetness of the sauce complements the richness of the salmon, while the chili adds a touch of exciting heat. Whether you're looking for a quick weeknight dinner or a flavorful dish to impress guests, this sweet chili salmon is sure to be a hit.

It is also a great way to incorporate healthy fats and lean protein into your diet, making it a nutritious and delicious choice.

Preparation Time

Prep Time

10 min

Cook Time

15 min

Total Time

25 min

Nutrition Information

Per 1 serving serving

Calories

370 Kcal

Carbs

7 g

Fiber

2 g

Sugar

3 g

Protein

22 g

Fats

28 g

Saturated Fats 5 g

Unsaturated Fats 20 g

Cholestrol 85 mg

Sodium 250 mg

Potassium 350 mg

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Name: Keto Salmon Bites w Sweet Chili Sauce
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 1 serving
Cuisine: Main Dishes
Ingredients: 3.5 ounce Salmon, red (sockeye), raw, Alaska Native; 0.5 tablespoon Olive Or Extra Virgin Olive Oil; 0.13 teaspoon Black pepper; 1 tbsp Sauce Soy; 0.5 teaspoon Garlic; 2 tablespoon Water; 0.5 teaspoon Gelatin (jello) powder, plain; 2 tablespoon Water; 1 tsp Sauce Sriracha Or Hot Chile; 1 teaspoon Lemon juice; 0.25 teaspoon Ginger; 0.5 tsp Granular Sugar Replacement

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Ingredients

Salmon, red (sockeye), raw, Alaska Native

3.5 ounce

Olive Or Extra Virgin Olive Oil

0.5 tablespoon

Black pepper

0.13 teaspoon

Sauce Soy

1 tbsp

Garlic

0.5 teaspoon

Water

2 tablespoon

Gelatin (jello) powder, plain

0.5 teaspoon

Water

2 tablespoon

Sauce Sriracha Or Hot Chile

1 tsp

10.

Lemon juice

1 teaspoon

11.

Ginger

0.25 teaspoon

12.

Granular Sugar Replacement

0.5 tsp

Instructions

Prepare a salmon fillet by removing the skin if necessary and patting the flesh dry with a paper towel. Use a very sharp knife or pairing knife to slice the salmon into thin slices, no more than ¼-inch thick. Add the thin-sliced salmon to a mixing bowl and combine with olive oil, pepper, soy sauce, and minced garlic. Fold the salmon slices with the marinade until the salmon is coated. Set the bowl of salmon aside in your refrigerator to marinate while you prepare the sweet chili sauce.

Pour the first amount of water into a small dish. Sprinkle powdered gelatin directly over the surface of the water. Set the dish aside to let the gelatin bloom for 5 minutes. Meanwhile, in a small pot, whisk together the second amount of water, chili sauce, lemon juice, grated ginger, and swerve. Place the pot over low heat and bring to a simmer.

Once the water is at a simmer, remove 1-2 tablespoons of hot liquid and pour it over the bloomed gelatin. Turn the stove heat down so the pot is heating at just below a simmer. Whisk together the gelatin water and slowly whisk the concoction into the saucepot. Whisk the sauce together and then remove from the heat. Set the sauce aside to cool and use later.

Place a clean pan on your stove and heat on medium-high heat. When the pan is hot, place the marinated salmon slices in. Pour any remaining marinade over the salmon. Cook the salmon for about 3 minutes per side. Wait until the slices naturally release from the pan before flipping them over. At your discretion, you may also simply sear the salmon over very high heat if you prefer this style instead.

Once done, transfer the cooked salmon slices to a serving dish. Return your pan to low heat on the stove. Pour the chili sauce into the pan. You may notice the chili sauce is slightly thicker but mostly still liquid. Bring the chili sauce to a bubbling simmer in the pan until it reduces to a properly thickened sauce - about 2-3 minutes. Once thickened, pour the sweet chili sauce over the salmon for serving.

Keto Salmon Bites w Sweet Chili Sauce Recipe