Sweet & Sour Alaska Salmon Stir-Fry
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Servings: 2
- Yield: 2
Stir Fry:
- 2 Alaska salmon fillets (about 6 oz each), skin removed
- 1 carrot, cut into thin matchsticks
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced into strips
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced into strips
- 1 cup shelled edamame
- 1 small red onion, chopped
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- Olive oil, for frying
- Optional: white sesame seeds, for garnish
Sweet and Sour Sauce:
- 3 tablespoons ketchup
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons water (to dissolve cornstarch)
Nutrition Per Serving
| Calories | 530 |
| Protein | 36 g |
| Fat | 25 g |
| Carbohydrates | 39 g |
| Fiber | 6 g |
Preparation
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Step 1 Prepare the Sweet & Sour Sauce
In a small bowl, whisk together ketchup, balsamic vinegar, soy sauce, brown sugar, vegetable oil, cornstarch, and water until smooth. Set aside.
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Step 2 Coat the Salmon
In a shallow bowl, mix flour and cornstarch. Cut salmon into 1-inch (2.5–3 cm) cubes and coat evenly in the flour mixture.
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Step 3 Chop the Vegetables
Slice the bell peppers into thin strips, cut the carrot into matchsticks, and chop the red onion into small pieces. Set aside with the edamame.
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Step 4 Fry the Salmon
Heat a generous splash of olive oil in a wok or deep skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the salmon cubes for about 2–3 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
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Step 5 Stir-Fry the Vegetables
In the same pan, add a little more oil if needed. Stir-fry the onion, peppers, and carrots over medium-high heat for 4–5 minutes, or until slightly tender and lightly browned.
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Step 6 Combine & Finish
Pour the sweet and sour sauce into the pan with the vegetables. Stir and bring to a simmer. Return the salmon to the pan along with the edamame. Gently toss everything together and cook for another 3–5 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the ingredients.
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Step 7 Serve
Transfer to plates and sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired. Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.
Nutrition Per Serving
| Calories | 530 |
| Protein | 36 g |
| Fat | 25 g |
| Carbohydrates | 39 g |
| Fiber | 6 g |
