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Baked Pineapple Salmon

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This is a tasty, healthy Thai inspired baked pineapple salmon that will be ready in only 20 minutes. You can make it all in one pan, with minimum clean-up and maximum flavor.

Salmon

Salmon is a delicious, versatile fish. It has firm, flaky flesh with a buttery, subtle flavor. Salmon can have a stronger flavor than many other fish, so finding a flavor palate to complement and highlight the gorgeous taste and texture of the salmon is critical. Many cultures have their own way of preparing fish, but in Thailand they are truly excellent. The Thai love using tropical flavors to bring out the best in a meal, and this Thai-inspired salmon recipe is no exception. The pineapple has a juicy, sweet flavor, which is complemented beautifully by the sweet chili sauce and hoisin sauce in the recipe.

Pineapple Salmon

The contrast between the buttery, flaky flesh of the fish and the juicy pineapple slices is just absolutely awesome. Best of all, you don’t need to live in Thailand or another tropical country to make this dish. It works really well with canned pineapple slices because we’ll be saving the juice from the can to make our sauce! The slices of pineapple add a really nice tropical touch to the presentation of this recipe. With a delicate garnish of cilantro, you have yourself a full, healthy, delicious meal ahead of you.

Ingredients for Baked Pineapple Salmon

To make this delicious salmon dish, you’ll need:

  • Large salmon fillet
  • Salt and pepper
  • Butter
  • Sweet chili sauce
  • Hoisin sauce
  • Lemon juice
  • Garlic
  • Pineapple Slices
  • Lime or lemon wedges
  • Cilantro

As you can see, these are all pretty basic ingredients. You probably have many of them in your pantry and fridge already, especially if you’ve been making other Asian-inspired dishes.

How To Make Baked Pineapple Salmon

  • It’s really easy to make this dish! The first thing to do is preheat your oven to 375°F | 190°C and line a baking sheet with some non stick foil. This allows the fish to go into a nice, hot oven and get cooking as soon as it’s in the oven space.
  • Now, place your salmon in the middle of the sheet. Season it with the salt and pepper. Next, you’re going to put pineapple slices underneath the salmon, all around the edges. Keep your pineapple juice in the can for later.
  • Now take a bowl. In the bowl, whisk together  the sweet chili sauce, melted butter, garlic, hoisin sauce, lemon juice, and about a quarter cup of pineapple juice. Pour this flavorsome mixture right onto the salmon.
  • Next, put the salmon dish in the oven for about fifteen minutes. You can broil your salmon for the last five minutes. Once the edges of the salmon are a little blackened, you’ll know you’re pretty much done.
  • Once the salmon is done, you can garnish it with cilantro. This will add heaps of texture and taste to your salmon.

What is the Sauce Made Of?

The sauce that we’ve mixed together is very reminiscent of the sauces used in Thai cuisine. Often, you’ll find Thai sauce made from a mixture of fish sauce, sugar, tamarind paste, and vinegar. The flavor profile here, using sweet chili sauce, hoisin, lemon juice, garlic, butter and pineapple juice, is very similar, and much easier to make if you don’t have an Asian grocer handy with tamarind paste on hand.

Tips and Tricks for Baked Pineapple Salmon

  • Pineapple slices, rather than chunks or crushed pineapple, are best in this recipe. The slices are really easy to stick right in there under the salmon. Pineapple chunks, and especially crushed pineapple, can be overly wet and messy. That makes serving harder, when compared to the ease of simply serving everyone a pineapple slice with their salmon. Any kind of canned pineapple will do the job here, but we do strongly recommend slices.
  • We strongly encourage you to simply lay the salmon in a single piece along the baking tray. If the salmon is too long, cut the end off, and place it on the side so it can cook, too. You want your salmon to cook simultaneously and evenly. If some of the salmon has folded under, it will wind up underdone. You don’t want that.
  • If you don’t have any non stick foil on hand, you can spray the baking sheet. Doing so before laying down the salmon will prevent the salmon from sticking to the sheet! The cleanup will be a little trickier without the foil to catch all the sauce, but this will do in a pinch.

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Thai inspired baked pineapple salmon on a tray.

Baked Pineapple Salmon


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5 from 30 reviews

  • Author: chefjar
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x
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Description

This is a tasty, healthy Thai inspired baked pineapple salmon that will be ready in only 20 minutes. You can make it all in one pan, with minimum clean-up and maximum flavor.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 ½ pounds (1.2 kg) side of salmon
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • ½ cup sweet chili sauce
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 4 tablespoons hoisin sauce
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 can pineapple slices, drained and reserve ¼ cup of juice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
  • Lime slices, for serving

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F | 190°C. Line a baking sheet with nonstick aluminium foil.
  • Place the salmon on the sheet and season with salt and pepper on both sides.
  • Arrange pineapple slices underneath the salmon.
  • In a small bowl whisk together sweet chili sauce, butter, hoisin sauce, garlic, lemon juice and ¼ cup reserved pineapple juice. Pour the mixture over the salmon.
  • Bake for 15 minutes or until flaky and cooked through. You can broil  for the last 5 minutes until the edges are charred.
  • Garnish with chopped cilantro.
  • Serve with lime slices.
  • Enjoy!

Equipment

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Notes

  • Pineapple slices, rather than chunks or crushed pineapple, are best in this recipe. The slices are really easy to stick right in there under the salmon. Pineapple chunks, and especially crushed pineapple, can be overly wet and messy. That makes serving harder, when compared to the ease of simply serving everyone a pineapple slice with their salmon. Any kind of canned pineapple will do the job here, but we do strongly recommend slices.
  • We strongly encourage you to simply lay the salmon in a single piece along the baking tray. If the salmon is too long, cut the end off, and place it on the side so it can cook, too. You want your salmon to cook simultaneously and evenly. If some of the salmon has folded under, it will wind up underdone. You don’t want that.
  • If you don’t have any non stick foil on hand, you can spray the baking sheet. Doing so before laying down the salmon will prevent the salmon from sticking to the sheet! The cleanup will be a little trickier without the foil to catch all the sauce, but this will do in a pinch.
  • Prep Time: 5 min
  • Cook Time: 15 min
  • Category: Salmon recipes
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Calories: 566kcal
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 575mg
  • Fat: 44g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Carbohydrates: 13g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 68g
  • Cholesterol: 29mg

Keywords: baked salmon, pineapple salmon, salmon recipes, salmon

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Comments

  1. Laura says

    August 14, 2022 at 7:14 pm

    I made it today and it was beyond delicious! A great recipe!

    ★★★★★

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    • chefjar says

      August 14, 2022 at 7:23 pm

      Thank you Laura! I am glad you enjoyed this salmon recipe!

      Reply
  2. Eleanor says

    August 14, 2022 at 7:15 pm

    Wow the recipe is a bomb! Our new family favorite now!

    ★★★★★

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    • chefjar says

      August 14, 2022 at 7:24 pm

      Hey Eleanor!I’m so happy you like this as much as my family does!

      Reply
  3. Mary says

    August 14, 2022 at 7:16 pm

    It’s incredibly easy, quick and absolutely delicious salmon recipe! Next time will grill the salmon.

    ★★★★★

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    • chefjar says

      August 14, 2022 at 7:24 pm

      Thank you Mary for sharing your experience!

      Reply
  4. Sofia says

    August 14, 2022 at 7:17 pm

    It was very delicious and easy to make! One of the best salmon recipes. Definitely a keeper!

    ★★★★★

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    • chefjar says

      August 14, 2022 at 7:25 pm

      That’s so great to hear Sofia! Thanks so much for the great comments and review!

      Reply
  5. Scarlett says

    August 14, 2022 at 7:19 pm

    The recipe is fantastic! Thanks for sharing!

    ★★★★★

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    • chefjar says

      August 14, 2022 at 7:25 pm

      Thank you Scarlett! I am very glad you enjoyed the recipe!

      Reply
  6. Avery says

    August 14, 2022 at 7:21 pm

    I found the recipe on Pinterest, it’s viral and gave it a try. Omg it’s a hit! Thanks!!!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • chefjar says

      August 14, 2022 at 7:26 pm

      Thanks so much for taking the time to comment and leave a review Avery!

      Reply
  7. AngelG says

    October 05, 2022 at 1:41 am

    Absolutely delicious! Salmon soaked up all the juices and came out so moist and suffused with flavor that my husband didn't even realize he had eaten the skin.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • chefjar says

      October 05, 2022 at 3:22 am

      Hey, AngelG! Thank you for sharing your experience! I am glad you and your husband liked this baked salmon recipe!

      Reply
  8. Dorthea says

    November 27, 2022 at 12:05 pm

    Made this for my family they loved it, will definitely make again. Thanks

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • chefjar says

      November 28, 2022 at 4:14 am

      Hey, Dorthea! I am glad you and your family liked this salmon recipe and thank you for sharing your experience!

      Reply
  9. Emelin says

    November 30, 2022 at 4:39 pm

    Fantastic! I served mine with some buttered rice (for the kids) and some sauteed broccolini.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • chefjar says

      December 01, 2022 at 8:41 am

      Hey, Emelin! Thank you for your feedback! I am glad you and your kids enjoyed this pineapple salmon!

      Reply
  10. Melisyurt says

    December 01, 2022 at 10:28 pm

    Amazing!! I love salmon and will surely try this recipe!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • chefjar says

      December 04, 2022 at 6:20 pm

      Hey, Melisyurt! I am sure you will love this baked salmon.

      Reply
  11. Shanaya says

    December 02, 2022 at 9:09 pm

    Your recipes are my go-to nearly every time!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • chefjar says

      December 03, 2022 at 12:22 pm

      Thank you Shanaya!

      Reply
  12. Maxwell says

    December 05, 2022 at 9:23 pm

    It was superb! We both loved it. I also added mushroom. I'll keep making this.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • chefjar says

      December 06, 2022 at 5:20 am

      Thank you Maxwell! I am glad you liked this salmon recipe. Hope you will try other recipes too)))

      Reply
  13. Melanie says

    December 06, 2022 at 6:41 pm

    Turned out well! I modified just a little and loved it so much. It was a hit with the whole family.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • chefjar says

      December 07, 2022 at 3:34 am

      So glad you loved it!! Thank you!!

      Reply
  14. Sally says

    December 14, 2022 at 11:07 pm

    My husband and I both loved this recipe. My husband thought this was wonderful. Will definitely be making this again. Try it once and you will never go back!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • chefjar says

      December 17, 2022 at 9:22 am

      Thanks so much for the great review!❤️ Glad you liked the recipe!

      Reply
  15. Clare says

    December 15, 2022 at 9:45 pm

    So delicious!! My husband especially loves this recipe. We've made this twice now!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • chefjar says

      December 17, 2022 at 9:20 am

      Thanks so much for the great review!❤️

      Reply
  16. Crystal says

    December 16, 2022 at 6:54 pm

    This turned out better than I had expected! I made it just as directed. My husband said it was very tasty and my kids aged 3 and 5 liked it, which is a miracle since they are so picky.

    ★★★★★

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    • chefjar says

      December 17, 2022 at 9:12 am

      That makes me so happy to hear Crystal, thanks so much for the great comments!😀

      Reply
  17. Andria says

    December 20, 2022 at 11:49 pm

    I made this recipe last night and it was a hit in our family! Everyone loved it and asked to make again this weekend!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • chefjar says

      December 21, 2022 at 7:43 am

      Thanks so much for taking the time to leave a review!❤️ I am glad you liked this baked salmon recipe!

      Reply
  18. Abigail says

    December 21, 2022 at 10:15 pm

    It's been ages since I had salmon and when I saw your recipe I knew I had to make it. My family absolutely loved it!

    ★★★★★

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    • chefjar says

      December 22, 2022 at 7:27 am

      Thank you, Abigali! I am glad you liked this recipe)).

      Reply
  19. Davinia says

    December 25, 2022 at 12:28 pm

    Thank you so much for sharing the recipe! It was absolutely just as delicious and beyond good. I can’t wait to try more of your recipes.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • chefjar says

      December 28, 2022 at 8:10 am

      Thank you Davinia!

      Reply
  20. Rusana says

    December 25, 2022 at 7:10 pm

    My husband and I loved this! It was very flavorful. Your directions were very direct and easy to follow.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • chefjar says

      December 26, 2022 at 7:57 am

      Thanks so much for taking the time to leave a review!❤️ I am glad you liked the recipe!

      Reply
  21. Beatrice says

    December 26, 2022 at 11:46 pm

    Absolutely delicious! This will be a regular feature on the menu.

    ★★★★★

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    • chefjar says

      December 28, 2022 at 8:07 am

      Thank you, Beatrice!

      Reply
  22. Agnes says

    December 27, 2022 at 11:11 pm

    I made it as the recipe stated and it was perfect! Will be on the menu again.

    ★★★★★

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    • chefjar says

      December 28, 2022 at 7:57 am

      Thank you, Agnes!

      Reply
  23. Atalia says

    December 29, 2022 at 12:01 am

    Followed the recipe as is and my husband loved it! This recipe will definitely be in regular rotation.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • chefjar says

      December 29, 2022 at 8:00 am

      Thank you, Atalia!

      Reply
  24. Gracie says

    December 30, 2022 at 12:04 am

    I prepared this dish tonight and my family loved it! This recipe is definitely a keeper!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • chefjar says

      December 31, 2022 at 8:37 am

      Thank you Gracie! I am glad you liked the recipe.

      Reply
  25. Hayden says

    December 30, 2022 at 9:06 pm

    Made this tonight and we loved it! The recipe came together quickly and easily. Keeper for sure!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • chefjar says

      December 31, 2022 at 8:35 am

      Thank you Hayden! I am glad you liked the recipe.

      Reply
  26. Katarzyna Adamczyk says

    January 02, 2023 at 10:55 pm

    This was excellent! I had all the ingredients in the house so it was easy to put together. Everyone in my family loved it!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • chefjar says

      January 05, 2023 at 7:29 am

      Thank you, Katarzyna!

      Reply
  27. Brittany says

    January 05, 2023 at 10:44 pm

    Everyone loved it! This is now a new favorite in our household!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • chefjar says

      January 08, 2023 at 5:24 pm

      Hey, Brittany! Thanks so much for taking the time to leave a review!❤️ I am glad you liked this recipe!

      Reply
  28. Joelina says

    January 07, 2023 at 6:16 pm

    My husband and I enjoyed it! Thank you for the delicious recipe!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • chefjar says

      January 08, 2023 at 5:15 pm

      Hey, Joelina! Thanks so much for taking the time to leave a review!❤️ I am glad you liked this baked salmon recipe!

      Reply
  29. Jeimy says

    January 08, 2023 at 9:24 pm

    I made this recipe tonight and it turned out great! My family loved it!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • chefjar says

      January 10, 2023 at 12:17 pm

      Thank you Jeimy!

      Reply
  30. Tyla says

    January 09, 2023 at 11:14 pm

    I made this dish this evening and me and my husband enjoyed it greatly! Even my picky 7 year old daughter went back for seconds!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • chefjar says

      January 10, 2023 at 12:11 pm

      Thank you Tyla!

      Reply

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