Broiled Salmon with Spicy Maple Basting Sauce
Elevate your dinner game with this Broiled Salmon with Spicy Maple Basting Sauce—a quick and flavorful recipe featuring a perfectly caramelized glaze that balances sweet, savory, and spicy notes. In just 20 minutes, tender salmon fillets are transformed under the broiler with a luscious blend of maple syrup, soy sauce, Sriracha, fresh lemon juice, garlic, and a hint of smoked paprika. The result? A beautifully golden, slightly crispy finish that melts in your mouth. Topped with green onions and optional sesame seeds for a touch of freshness and crunch, this dish pairs effortlessly with sides like steamed vegetables or rice. Ideal for weeknights yet elegant enough to impress dinner guests, this recipe is your ultimate guide to mastering broiled salmon with bold, irresistible flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6-ounce) Salmon fillets
- 0.25 cups Maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven’s broiler and adjust the rack to about 6 inches from the heat source. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and lightly grease it with olive oil or non-stick spray.
Rinse the salmon fillets under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, skin side down.
In a small bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, soy sauce, Sriracha sauce, lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until fully combined.
Using a pastry brush or spoon, generously coat the salmon fillets with the spicy maple basting sauce, ensuring even coverage.
Place the salmon under the broiler and cook for 7–10 minutes, depending on the thickness of the fillets. The fish should flake easily with a fork when done, and the glaze should be caramelized and slightly crispy.
Remove the salmon from the oven and let it rest for 2 minutes. Sprinkle the fillets with thinly sliced green onions and sesame seeds, if desired, for added flavor and texture.
Serve the broiled salmon hot with your choice of sides, such as steamed vegetables, rice, or a fresh salad. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1653 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 92.2 g | 118% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.3 g | 66% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 272 mg | 91% | |
| Sodium | 4366 mg | 190% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 64.4 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.6 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 57.1 g | ||
| Protein | 146.1 g | 292% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 69 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 6.1 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 266 mg | 6% | |
*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.
