Maple Bourbon Glazed Salmon
Savor the delightful fusion of sweet maple syrup and rich bourbon in this Maple Bourbon Glazed Salmon recipe. In under 30 minutes, transform ordinary salmon fillets into a culinary masterpiece that bursts with flavor. This recipe is perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a quick weeknight dinner. Serve it alongside your favorite sides for a complete meal that will leave everyone raving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/4 cup bourbon
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 green onions (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together maple syrup, bourbon, soy sauce, and Dijon mustard until smooth.
- Place salmon fillets skin-side down on a lined baking sheet. Brush half of the glaze over each fillet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Brush remaining glaze over warm salmon and garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 366
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 495mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 82mg
Keywords: - Marinate the salmon in the glaze for up to one hour for enhanced flavor. - Substitute salmon with trout or chicken if desired. - Add crushed garlic or chili flakes to the glaze for an extra kick.