Indulge in the rich, smoky-sweet flavors of Bourbon and Brown Sugar Glazed Salmon, a dish that perfectly balances savory depth with caramelized sweetness. This recipe features tender, flaky salmon fillets coated in a luscious glaze made with bourbon, brown sugar, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, and aromatic spices. As the salmon cooks, the glaze thickens into a glossy, flavorful coating, infusing each bite with a harmonious blend of sweet, smoky, and umami notes. A quick broil at the end caramelizes the glaze to perfection, adding a subtle crispness to the top. Garnished with fresh green onions or sesame seeds, this dish is an effortless yet elegant choice for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion meal. Serve it with roasted vegetables, garlic mashed potatoes, or a light salad for a restaurant-quality experience at home.
Bourbon Glazed Salmon
Description
Juicy salmon fillets are coated in a rich bourbon and brown sugar glaze, and then pan-seared to perfection. The glaze, made with bourbon, brown sugar, soy sauce, garlic, and a hint of mustard, caramelizes beautifully for a sweet-savory finish. Perfect for a quick yet elegant meal!
Ingredients
Instructions
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Combine brown sugar, bourbon, dijon mustard, soy sauce, ginger, lime juice, garlic, and pepper in a gallon size zip-loc bag. Add fish to the bag, and seal. Marinate in refrigerator for 1 ½ hours.
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Heat a large non-stick skillet over med/high heat. Coat pan with cooking spray. Add fish fillets and marinade to pan. Cook fish 4 minutes on each side, or until fish flakes easily with a fork.
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Place the skillet directly under the broiler with the rack on the top level for 2-3 minutes to caramelize the glaze and crisp the top of the fillets. Keep a close eye on it, as the sugars in the glaze will burn quickly if left too long.
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Plate fillets and drizzle with marinade from skillet. Sprinkle each fillet with toasted sesame seeds and chopped scallions for garnish. Serve with lemon wedge.
Equipment
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Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 469kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 29g45%
- Saturated Fat 11g56%
- Trans Fat 0.5g
- Cholesterol 122mg41%
- Sodium 185mg8%
- Potassium 583mg17%
- Total Carbohydrate 18g6%
- Sugars 18g
- Protein 32g64%
- Iron 0.6 mg
- Vitamin D 19 IU
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
