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Maple Bourbon Glazed Salmon

Maple Bourbon Glazed Salmon

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: dinner
Calories: 360
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 salmon fillets 5–6 oz each, skin-on or skinless
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Maple Bourbon Glaze
  • ⅓ cup pure maple syrup
  • ¼ cup bourbon
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes optional
  • 1 –2 tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water optional, for thickening
For Garnish
  • Chopped parsley
  • Lemon wedges
  • Toasted sesame seeds optional

Equipment

  • Large skillet or nonstick pan
  • Small saucepan (for glaze)
  • Baking sheet (if oven-finishing)
  • Parchment paper or foil
  • Tongs or fish spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Whisk
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Prepare the Glaze
  1. In a small saucepan, whisk together:
  2. Maple syrup
  3. Bourbon
  4. Soy sauce
  5. Dijon mustard
  6. Garlic
  7. Lemon juice
  8. Smoked paprika
  9. Red pepper flakes
  10. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
  11. Cook for 5–7 minutes, allowing the glaze to thicken slightly.
  12. If you prefer a thicker glaze, stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook for 1–2 more minutes.
Season the Salmon
  1. Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel.
  2. Brush lightly with olive oil and season with salt and black pepper.
  3. Place salmon on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Brush with Glaze
  1. Generously brush the salmon with the warm maple bourbon glaze.
  2. Reserve some glaze for finishing.
Bake or Broil
  1. Bake at 400°F (205°C) for 10–12 minutes, depending on thickness.
  2. For a deeper caramelized finish, broil the salmon for the final 1–2 minutes.
  3. The glaze should bubble and lightly caramelize without burning.
Finish with Extra Glaze
  1. Remove salmon from the oven and brush with remaining glaze.
  2. Garnish with parsley, lemon wedges, or sesame seeds.
  3. Serve immediately.