How long to microwave salmon fillets

The microwave is ideal for cooking salmon because of the way the water content in the fish absorbs the machine's electromagnetic waves.

But covering the microwave container with a lid is vital if you want the salmon to remain moist and juicy rather than it drying out. You can also add additional moisture by cooking the fish in some water with salt and a little sugar, or even wine or stock, to keep it tender and flavorful.

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It's easy to ramp up the taste even further with other ingredients and aromatics.

David Chang uses soy, savory salt, and agave nectar to season his salmon for a sweet-yet-salty infusion, but you could easily switch up ingredients.

Go for orange juice, soy sauce, and a little honey for a fruity, sweet-sharp sauce with an umami punch; or try Dijon mustard, honey, and aromatic thyme to bring some tangy heat. Or, perhaps miso, maple syrup, and rice vinegar for a rich, deep glaze.

Another huge advantage to the microwave is that it's also possible to cook salmon filets from a frozen state if you haven't

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