Salmon Belly Recipe That Will Blow Your Mind!
Discover the rich, tender flavors of salmon belly with this versatile recipe. Whether pan-fried, air-fried, or grilled, this dish offers a quick, budget-friendly, and nutrient-packed meal that's sure to impress.
Equipment
- Frying Pan
- Air Fryer
- Grill
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb salmon belly cut into 2-inch pieces
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp calamansi juice or lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tbsp cooking oil
Optional Garnishes
- green onions chopped
- sesame seeds toasted
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine soy sauce, calamansi juice, and minced garlic. Add salmon belly pieces and marinate for 10 minutes.
- Heat cooking oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Remove salmon from marinade and pat dry.
- Place salmon belly pieces skin-side down in the pan. Cook for 3-4 minutes until skin is crispy.
- Flip the pieces and cook for another 2-3 minutes until cooked through.
- Transfer to a serving plate and garnish with chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds if desired.
Notes
For an air fryer version, preheat to 400°F (200°C) and cook salmon belly pieces for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through. For a grilled version, cook over medium heat for 3-4 minutes per side.