Thai Style Salmon with Sesame Crust – A Flavorful Asian-Inspired Delight

Thai cuisine is known for its colourful flavors, ambitious spices, and fragrant components that tantalize the taste buds. When paired with gentle, flaky salmon, the end result is a actually mouthwatering dish that balances richness with freshness. Thai Style Salmon with Sesame Crust is an extraordinary meal that combines the nutty crunch of sesame seeds with the tangy, spicy, and barely sweet notes of Thai-style marinades. It’s a eating place-exceptional dish you could effortlessly make at home, ideal for circle of relatives dinners or unique events.

Ingredients

• 2 x 200g salmon fillet
• 300g choi sum, washed
• 80g black and white sesame seeds, spread out on a plate/tray
• 25g ginger, finely chopped
• 1 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 1 lemongrass, bashed and finely chopped
• 1 lime leaves, finely chopped
• 1 cup cornflour on a plate/tray
• ½ cup milk
• 1 Tbsp vegetable oil

Sauce Mix

• 1 sachet Lee Kum Kee Tomato Garlic Stir-fry Sauce
• 1 Tbsp tamarind paste or 1 tsp white vinegar
• 1 ladle fresh chicken stock
• 1 tsp Lee Kum Kee Chiu Chow Chilli Oil
• ½ Tbsp honey
• Juice off ½ lime

Garnish

• 1 spring onion, finely sliced
• 1 long red chilli, finely sliced
• A handful of coriander torn

Directions

1. Place the salmon fillet skin side down in the seasoned cornflour tray and press down. Pat any excess flour off and then place skin side down again into milk, followed by sesame seed tray.
2. Place 1-2 tbsp vegetable oil in a frying pan to medium-high heat and then place the fish skin side down. Press fish down with a fish slice/spatula for 30 seconds. Then turn the heat down to medium and cook through for 3-4 minutes or until fish is half cooked
3. After, turn the fish, place the ginger, garlic, lemongrass and lime leaves in the frying pan and cook for 30 seconds to a minute. Then turn to high heat and pour ‘The Sauce Mix’ in the pan around the side of the fish (keeping the sesame topping nice and dry and crispy). Boil for 2 minutes.
4. Meanwhile, boil your choy sum in a wok/saucepan for 2 minutes and place it onto the serving plate as a ‘bed’ for the salmon.
5. Serve fish fillet on top of the choy sum and then pour the sauce around the sides. Top with coriander, spring onion and chilli.

Serving Suggestions

This sesame-crusted Thai-style salmon pairs wonderfully with:

• Steamed jasmine or coconut rice
• Stir-fried vegetables like bok choy, snow peas, or broccoli
• Fresh cucumber salad with lime and mint for a cooling balance

Drizzle the Thai dipping sauce over the salmon or serve it on the side for an added punch of flavor.

Health Benefits

This dish isn’t just delicious—it’s also incredibly healthy:

• Salmon provides heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids and high-quality protein.
• Sesame seeds add calcium, fiber, and healthy fats that support digestion and heart function.
• Thai herbs and lime offer antioxidants and aid metabolism, making the dish light yet nourishing.

Conclusion

Thai-Style Salmon with Sesame Crust is crunchy, tangy, and savory all in one scrumptious melding of textures and tastes. It’s a meal that feels connoisseur but is simple enough for any antique weekday dinner. A minimum amount of ingredients and brief education is all it takes to prove that healthful consuming would not must be boring.

Whether served for a cozy circle of relatives meal or an stylish dinner with friends, this sesame-crusted Thai salmon will go away every body soliciting for seconds. Serve it hot, fresh, and complete of flavor-and allow the flavor of Thailand brighten your desk tonight!