Whiskey Sauce for Grilled Salmon
Elevate your grilled salmon with this luxurious whiskey sauce that strikes the perfect balance between savory and creamy. Crafted with golden whiskey, low-sodium soy sauce, and a touch of brown sugar, this sauce boasts a rich, slightly smoky flavor profile that pairs beautifully with the tender, charred notes of grilled fish. A splash of heavy cream adds silky texture, while Dijon mustard and lemon juice provide a zesty kick. Finished off with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this 15-minute recipe is surprisingly simple yet sophisticated, making it an ideal choice for dinner parties or an indulgent weeknight meal. Ready to transform your salmon into a restaurant-worthy dish? This whiskey sauce will do the trick!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 small, finely chopped shallot
- 0.25 cup whiskey
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.33 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
Melt the unsalted butter over medium heat in a small saucepan.
Add the finely chopped shallot and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
Carefully pour in the whiskey and let it simmer for 1 minute, allowing the alcohol to cook off slightly.
Stir in the soy sauce, brown sugar, and Dijon mustard. Stir well until the brown sugar dissolves completely.
Lower the heat to medium-low and pour in the heavy cream, stirring constantly until the sauce begins to thicken, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the lemon juice and black pepper, stirring to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Remove the pan from heat and, if desired, stir in chopped fresh parsley for added freshness.
Serve the whiskey sauce warm, drizzled generously over your grilled salmon.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
702 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 51.4 g | 66% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.9 g | 150% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 141 mg | 47% | |
| Sodium | 1152 mg | 50% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.5 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.1 g | ||
| Protein | 5.1 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 34 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 139 mg | 3% | |
*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.
