Salmon with Soy-Honey and Wasabi Sauces
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This vibrant honey-soy salmon with wasabi sauce is a sophisticated yet simple way to enjoy heart-healthy oily fish. The salmon fillets are briefly marinated in ginger and mirin to infuse them with delicate Japanese flavours, then grilled until perfectly tender. A rich, sticky honey-soy glaze provides a beautiful contrast to the sharp, clearing heat of the fresh wasabi sauce, creating a balanced dish that feels truly special.
Ideal for a light midweek meal, this high-protein dish is packed with omega-3 fatty acids and takes less than thirty minutes from prep to plate. Serve it alongside steamed pak choi and jasmine rice for a complete, nutritious dinner. The zingy lime wedges add a final burst of freshness that cuts through the richness of the fish beautifully.
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Ingredients for Salmon with Soy-Honey and Wasabi Sauces
120ml mirin (Japanese sweet rice wine)
2 tablespoons soy sauce
60ml rice vinegar (not seasoned)
1 tablespoon finely grated peeled fresh ginger
4 (170g) pieces salmon fillet
2 tablespoons soy sauce
60ml honey
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
2 teaspoons wasabi powder
1 tablespoon water
Accompaniment: lime wedges
How to make Salmon with Soy-Honey and Wasabi Sauces
Stir together mirin, soy sauce, vinegar, and ginger in a shallow dish. Add fish, skin sides up, and marinate, covered, at room temperature 10 minutes.
Preheat grill.
Boil soy sauce, honey, and lime juice in a small saucepan, stirring frequently, until thickened, about 4 minutes.
Stir together wasabi powder and water in a small bowl.
Grill fish, skin sides down, on oiled rack of a grill pan 5 to 7 inches from heat until fish is just cooked through, about 6 minutes.
Serve salmon drizzled with sauces.
Disclaimer
While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.
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17 Jan 2026 | Originally published
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UK recipe editors
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