Baked Peanut Salmon Recipe

Introduction

Baked Peanut Salmon is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that combines the richness of salmon with a unique peanut-based marinade. This recipe offers a delicious twist with Asian-inspired ingredients, perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner or special occasion.

Ingredients

• 4 salmon fillets (6 ounces each), skin on
• ¼ cup Original PB2 Powdered Peanut Butter
• 2 tablespoons water
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon miso paste
• 1 tablespoon seasoned rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
• 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
• ¼ cup peanuts, chopped (for garnish)
• 1 tablespoon cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Place the salmon fillets into a deep dish with a tight-fitting lid and set aside.
2. Step 2: In a medium bowl, whisk together the PB2 powdered peanut butter, water, olive oil, miso paste, seasoned rice vinegar, soy sauce, grated ginger, minced garlic, and ground black pepper until well combined.
3. Step 3: Pour the marinade over the salmon fillets in the dish. Cover with the lid and refrigerate for 30 minutes to marinate, or for stronger flavor, refrigerate overnight.
4. Step 4: Remove the salmon from the refrigerator and transfer the fillets to a deep 9×13-inch baking dish, ensuring at least ½ inch of space between each fillet.
5. Step 5: Pour any remaining marinade over the fillets. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the marinade has browned and the salmon is firm to the touch.
6. Step 6: Remove from the oven, garnish with chopped peanuts and cilantro. Serve immediately with the pan juices spooned over the top. Enjoy!

Tips & Variations

• For extra texture, toast the chopped peanuts before garnishing.
• Substitute tamari for soy sauce to make this recipe gluten-free.
• If you prefer a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the marinade.
• Use skinless salmon fillets if preferred, but the skin helps keep the fish moist while baking.

Storage

Store leftover Baked Peanut Salmon in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. To reheat, warm gently in the oven at 300°F (150°C) or microwave until just heated through to avoid drying out the fish.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use fresh peanut butter instead of powdered peanut butter?

Fresh peanut butter is thicker and oilier than powdered peanut butter, which may affect the marinade’s consistency. If substituting, use less oil in the marinade and adjust the amount of liquid for the best texture.

Is it necessary to marinate the salmon overnight?

Marinating for 30 minutes allows the flavors to penetrate, but for deeper flavor and tenderness, marinating overnight is recommended. However, even a short marinate improves the taste significantly.

Baked Peanut Salmon Recipe

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This Baked Peanut Salmon recipe features tender salmon fillets marinated in a flavorful blend of powdered peanut butter, miso paste, soy sauce, ginger, and garlic, then beautifully baked to perfection. Garnished with chopped peanuts and fresh cilantro, it offers a delicious fusion of savory, nutty, and umami flavors, perfect for an easy yet sophisticated meal.

• Author: Maya
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 30 minutes (or up to overnight if marinated longer)
• Yield: 4 servings 1x
• Category: Main Dish
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: Fusion (Japanese-inspired with peanut butter twist)

Ingredients

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Salmon and Marinade

• 4 salmon fillets, 6 ounces each, skin on
• ¼ cup Original PB2 Powdered Peanut Butter
• 2 tablespoons water
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon miso paste
• 1 tablespoon seasoned rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Garnish

• ¼ cup peanuts, chopped
• 1 tablespoon cilantro, chopped

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven. Set your oven to 425°F to prepare for baking the salmon.
2. Prepare the salmon fillets. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down into a deep dish with a tight-fitting lid and set aside for marinating.
3. Make the marinade. In a medium bowl, whisk together the PB2 powdered peanut butter, water, olive oil, miso paste, seasoned rice vinegar, soy sauce, grated ginger, minced garlic, and ground black pepper until smooth.
4. Marinate the salmon. Pour the prepared marinade over the salmon fillets in the dish, cover with the lid, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or preferably overnight for deeper flavor.
5. Arrange fillets in baking dish. Remove the salmon from the refrigerator and place the fillets onto a deep 9×13-inch baking dish, ensuring at least ½-inch space between each piece.
6. Add marinade and bake. Pour any remaining marinade over the fillets, then place the dish into the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes until the marinade is browned and the fish is firm to the touch.
7. Garnish and serve. Remove the salmon from the oven, sprinkle with chopped peanuts and fresh cilantro, and serve immediately with any remaining marinade from the dish.

Notes

• Marinating overnight enhances the flavor and tenderness of the salmon.
• Keep the salmon skin on to help hold the fillets together during baking and add texture.
• You can substitute seasoned rice vinegar with apple cider vinegar if unavailable.
• Serve with steamed vegetables or rice for a complete meal.
• Ensure the baking dish has a tight-fitting lid for effective marinating in the refrigerator.

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