Grilled Salmon with Brown Sugar Garlic and Ginger
Elevate your seafood dinner with this irresistible Grilled Salmon with Brown Sugar, Garlic, and Ginger recipe—a perfect balance of savory, sweet, and zesty flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. The salmon fillets are marinated in a rich blend of brown sugar, soy sauce, olive oil, fresh ginger, and garlic, then grilled to perfection for a smoky, caramelized finish. A quick simmer of the leftover marinade transforms it into a luscious glaze, adding an extra punch of flavor to each bite. With just 15 minutes of prep and 12 minutes of cook time, this succulent dish is as effortless as it is delicious. Serve your grilled salmon with a squeeze of fresh lemon and your favorite sides for a gourmet meal that's as healthy as it is satisfying. Perfect for weeknight dinners or outdoor barbecues, this crowd-pleaser is a must-try for seafood lovers!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 6-ounce pieces salmon fillets
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger (grated)
- 1 whole lemon (sliced for garnish)
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
In a small mixing bowl, combine the brown sugar, soy sauce, olive oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to create a marinade.
Place the salmon fillets in a shallow dish or zip-top plastic bag. Pour the marinade over the salmon, making sure each fillet is evenly coated. Cover the dish or seal the bag and refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow the salmon to absorb the flavors.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 375–400°F). Lightly oil the grates to prevent the salmon from sticking.
Remove the salmon from the marinade and let the excess drip off. Reserve the remaining marinade in a small saucepan.
Place the salmon fillets skin-side down on the grill. Cook for 4–6 minutes per side, or until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
While the salmon is grilling, bring the reserved marinade to a boil over medium heat. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for 2–3 minutes. This will thicken it into a glaze.
Once the salmon is fully cooked, remove it from the grill and brush it lightly with the thickened glaze.
Serve the grilled salmon immediately with lemon slices for garnish and an optional side salad, rice, or vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1676 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 104.8 g | 134% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.5 g | 78% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 272 mg | 91% | |
| Sodium | 3577 mg | 156% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.5 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.0 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.5 g | ||
| Protein | 147.0 g | 294% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 70 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 332 mg | 7% | |
*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.
