Spicy Sugar Crusted Salmon
Elevate your seafood game with this irresistible Spicy Sugar Crusted Salmon, a perfect balance of sweet, smoky, and spicy flavors. This quick and easy recipe combines tender, flaky salmon with a caramelized brown sugar crust infused with paprika, chili powder, and a touch of garlic for bold seasoning. A drizzle of vibrant lemon juice ties it all together, while a final broil creates a delightfully crispy finish. Ready in just 22 minutes, this oven-baked salmon recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or impressive dinner parties. Serve it alongside roasted vegetables, fluffy rice, or a fresh salad for a restaurant-quality meal that’s as healthy as it is delicious. Keywords: spicy salmon recipe, sugar crusted salmon, oven-baked salmon, healthy salmon dinner, quick salmon recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 4 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray.
In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel and place them skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
Brush the tops of the salmon fillets with olive oil to help the spice mixture adhere.
Sprinkle the spice and sugar mixture generously over the salmon fillets, pressing it gently into the flesh to create an even crust.
Drizzle the fillets with lemon juice for a fresh citrus flavor.
Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for approximately 10-12 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) and the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
Optionally, broil the salmon for 1-2 minutes at the end of cooking to achieve a caramelized crust.
Remove the salmon from the oven and let it rest for 2 minutes before serving.
Serve the Spicy Sugar Crusted Salmon hot with your favorite side dishes, such as roasted vegetables, rice, or a crisp salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
432 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.9 g | 33% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.8 g | 19% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 68 mg | 23% | |
| Sodium | 648 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.3 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.9 g | ||
| Protein | 35.7 g | 71% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 20 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 77 mg | 2% | |
*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.
