Bourbon Glazed Salmon
Elevate your dinner with the irresistible flavors of Bourbon Glazed Salmon, a dish that's as sophisticated as it is simple to prepare. Featuring tender salmon fillets brushed with a rich, caramelized glaze made from smoky bourbon, sweet brown sugar, and a hint of Dijon mustard, this recipe strikes the perfect balance between savory and sweet. Infused with garlic, ginger, and a touch of honey, the sauce thickens into a glossy masterpiece that transforms your salmon into a restaurant-quality entrée. Broiled to perfection for a sumptuous finishing touch, this oven-baked salmon recipe is quick to make—ready in under 35 minutes—and pairs beautifully with steamed vegetables or fluffy rice. Perfect for weeknight dinners or elegant gatherings, Bourbon Glazed Salmon is a flavorful showstopper that’s sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces salmon fillets
- 0.5 cup bourbon
- 0.25 cup soy sauce
- 0.25 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons green onions, chopped
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the bourbon, soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and ground ginger.
Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly and the sugar has dissolved. Remove from heat and set aside.
Place the salmon fillets in a baking dish. Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice over the fillets, and season with salt and black pepper.
Generously brush the bourbon glaze over each salmon fillet, ensuring they are well coated.
Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
To finish, turn the broiler on to high and broil the salmon for an additional 1-2 minutes to caramelize the glaze. Watch carefully to prevent burning.
Remove from the oven and sprinkle with chopped green onions.
Serve the bourbon glazed salmon hot, with your choice of sides such as steamed vegetables or rice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1797 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 87.4 g | 112% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.4 g | 62% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 200 mg | 67% | |
| Sodium | 5605 mg | 244% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 80.5 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.2 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 71.0 g | ||
| Protein | 110.5 g | 221% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 68 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 5.0 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 404 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
