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Salmon Belly Recipe

Discover six flavorful ways to prepare salmon belly—an underrated, omega-3-rich cut that transforms into crispy, buttery, or spicy dishes in under 40 minutes. This versatile guide includes pan-seared and oven-baked variations, from Teriyaki to Sweet Chili, plus tips for healthy swaps, perfect cooking, and wine pairings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
2 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Course Dinner, Healthy Recipes
Cuisine American, Asian-Inspired, Fusion
Servings 4
Calories 280 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Heavy skillet For pan-searing (cast iron preferred)
  • 1 Baking sheet For oven-baked variations
  • 1 Mixing bowl For marinating or tossing
  • 1 Tongs For flipping
  • 1 Meat thermometer Optional, for checking doneness

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients

  • 1 lb Salmon belly Cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil
  • 1 tsp Sea salt
  • 0.5 tsp Black pepper Freshly ground
  • 2 Garlic cloves Minced
  • 1 Lemon Sliced

Teriyaki Style

  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp grated ginger

Cajun Spiced

  • 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1 tbsp paprika
  • ½ tsp cayenne pepper

Garlic Butter

  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley

Miso Glazed

  • 3 tbsp white miso paste
  • 2 tbsp mirin
  • 1 tbsp sake
  • 1 tbsp sugar

Citrus Herb

  • Zest of 1 orange
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley

Sweet Chili

  • 3 tbsp sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp honey

Instructions
 

Group: Prepare the Salmon

  • Rinse salmon belly under cold water and pat dry thoroughly.
  • Ensure the skin is dry for proper crisping.

Group: Season the Salmon

  • Choose one flavor variation and mix ingredients in a bowl.
  • Coat salmon pieces evenly and let rest 5–10 minutes.

Group: Cooking Methods

  • For skillet: Heat pan to medium-high (about 375°F). Place salmon skin-side down. Cook 3–4 min, flip, and cook 2 min. Add sauce in final minute if needed.
  • For oven: Preheat to 400°F. Line baking sheet with parchment. Bake skin-side down for 12–15 minutes.

Group: Rest & Garnish

  • Rest cooked salmon for 2 minutes before serving.
  • Garnish accordingly (e.g., sesame seeds, herbs, lime wedges).

Notes

🧮 Nutrition (Per Serving)

  • Calories: 280 kcal
  • Protein: 22g
  • Fat: 21g (5.5g omega-3)
  • Carbohydrates: 1–8g (varies by variation)
  • Sodium: 320–580mg
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