These glazed salmon fillets pair wonderfully with simple sides like fresh salad, or can be turned into a more substantial meal with fluffy couscous, spiced rice, or warm flatbread for a complete Middle Eastern feast.
Swaps, Serves & Storage
Can I use any other fish for this recipe?
I haven’t tried this marinade on another fish, but I have used it for chicken and it works really well. Adjust the cooking time accordingly.
Do I have to use 250g fillets?
Larger fillets work beautifully, but it’s also perfect for a standard supermarket 4-pack of salmon portions.
What can I use instead of pomegranate molasses?
Swap for honey and a squeeze of lemon juice. You won’t get the exact same flavour, but the sweetness and tang is similar.
What can I use instead of sumac?
Replace sumac with lemon zest or a squeeze of lemon juice.
Can I make this in the air fryer or on the stove?
This recipe adapts easily:
Stovetop: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with a little oil. Cook 3–4 minutes per side, basting halfway.
Air fryer: Preheat to 180°C. Cook 7–8 minutes, flipping halfway and brushing with reserved marinade.
Can I make this ahead of time?
Make the marinade or marinate ahead, but cook just before serving. Reheating salmon often overcooks it.
Tips & Tricks
How to cook salmon perfectly:
I prefer salmon medium-rare — pink and flaky in the middle with just-set edges. For 250g fillets, an 18–20 minute total cook time gives the best results. Basting halfway helps create a caramelised crust.
Middle Eastern Glazed Salmon
Preparation time: 20 minutes + 20 minutes marination | Serves: 2–4 people
These glazed salmon fillets pair wonderfully with simple sides like fresh salad, or can be turned into a more substantial meal with fluffy couscous, spiced rice, or warm flatbread for a complete Middle Eastern feast.
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Method
Swaps, Serves & Storage
Can I use any other fish for this recipe?
I haven’t tried this marinade on another fish, but I have used it for chicken and it works really well. Adjust the cooking time accordingly.
Do I have to use 250g fillets?
Larger fillets work beautifully, but it’s also perfect for a standard supermarket 4-pack of salmon portions.
What can I use instead of pomegranate molasses?
Swap for honey and a squeeze of lemon juice. You won’t get the exact same flavour, but the sweetness and tang is similar.
What can I use instead of sumac?
Replace sumac with lemon zest or a squeeze of lemon juice.
Can I make this in the air fryer or on the stove?
This recipe adapts easily:
Stovetop: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with a little oil. Cook 3–4 minutes per side, basting halfway.
Air fryer: Preheat to 180°C. Cook 7–8 minutes, flipping halfway and brushing with reserved marinade.
Can I make this ahead of time?
Make the marinade or marinate ahead, but cook just before serving. Reheating salmon often overcooks it.
Tips & Tricks
How to cook salmon perfectly:
I prefer salmon medium-rare — pink and flaky in the middle with just-set edges. For 250g fillets, an 18–20 minute total cook time gives the best results. Basting halfway helps create a caramelised crust.