Maple Bourbon Glazed Salmon
A sweet and savory dish blending the flavors of maple syrup and bourbon on tender salmon fillets.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-searing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-free, Dairy-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 fresh salmon fillets
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/3 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/4 cup bourbon
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together maple syrup, bourbon, soy sauce, minced garlic, and lemon juice.
- Pat salmon fillets dry and season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and add salmon fillets skin-side down. Cook for 3-4 minutes.
- Flip salmon fillets and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Pour the glaze into the skillet and let simmer for 3-4 minutes.
- Transfer salmon to plates, drizzle with the glaze, and serve immediately.
Notes
Allow salmon to rest at room temperature before cooking for even cooking. Use fresh ingredients for best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Find it online: https://us.recipesfood.org/maple-bourbon-glazed-salmon/
