Turkish-Style Marinated Salmon

JE
Jennifer

Cuisine: Turkish
Categories: Seafood

Recipe Source: Jennifer

This Turkish-style marinated salmon recipe infuses the rich flavors of traditional Turkish spices into tender and flaky salmon fillets. The marinade adds a depth of flavor with hints of garlic, lemon, and warm spices like cumin and coriander. Baked to perfection, this dish is both easy to prepare and impressive to serve, making it ideal for special occasions or a delightful weeknight dinner.

Turkish-Style Marinated Salmon
salmon
marinated
turkish
spices
oven-baked

Difficulty: MEDIUM

Prep Time: 35 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 50 minutes

Serving Size: Serves 4

Ingredients:

  • 4 salmon fillets
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Directions:

  1. In a bowl, mix together olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, paprika, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, salt, and pepper.
  2. Place the salmon fillets in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Ensure the salmon is well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  4. Place the marinated salmon fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked to your liking.
  6. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
  7. Enjoy your delicious Turkish-style marinated salmon!