Description
Jerk Salmon is a vibrant dish that delivers a delightful explosion of flavors with every bite. This recipe features succulent salmon fillets coated in a smoky, spicy jerk seasoning that enhances the fish’s natural richness. Perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions, this dish pairs beautifully with sides like coconut rice or fresh salads. In just 15 minutes of cooking time, you can impress your family and friends with a meal that’s as healthy as it is delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound salmon fillets
- 1 ½ tablespoons lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- ½ teaspoon allspice
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- In a pinch bowl, combine all spices: cinnamon, cumin, garlic powder, ground ginger, allspice, onion powder, sea salt, and smoked paprika.
- Pour lemon juice over salmon fillets and sprinkle one tablespoon of the seasoning mix evenly on top. Reserve the remaining seasoning mix.
- Place seasoned salmon on a baking sheet and bake for about 12 minutes.
- Switch to broil mode and cook for an additional 3 minutes for a crispy finish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (170g)
- Calories: 367
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 70mg