Baked Pineapple Salmon
Baked Pineapple Salmon is a vibrant, flavorful dish that’s easy to make and sure to impress. This sweet glazed salmon is perfect for any night. Whip up this tropical salmon dish, gather your loved ones, and enjoy its bright, delicious flavors!
Ingredients
- 2½ pounds salmon side skin-on or off
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 can pineapple slices drained (reserve ¼ cup juice)
- ½ cup sweet chili sauce
- ¼ cup unsalted butter melted
- 4 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro roughly chopped
- Lime slices for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 °F (190 °C). Line a baking sheet with foil and lightly grease it.
- Arrange drained pineapple slices in a single layer on the foil.
- Season the salmon with salt and pepper, then place it on top of the pineapple (skin‑side down if skin-on).
- Whisk together sweet chili sauce, melted butter, hoisin, lemon juice, minced garlic, and reserved pineapple juice until smooth.
- Pour the sauce evenly over the salmon.
- Bake for about 15 minutes, or until the salmon is nearly cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- Switch oven to broil and cook for another 3–5 minutes, until the top is caramelized and slightly charred at the edges.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve with lime slices.
Notes
- Broiling at the end adds a lovely caramelization—watch closely to prevent burning.
- Baking time can vary slightly based on salmon thickness; aim for internal temperature of 145 °F (63 °C).
- Using pineapple slices instead of crushed or chunked pineapple helps keep things neat and easy to serve.
- To reduce cleanup, line the sheet pan with foil.