Bourbon Glazed Salmon
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of bourbon glazed salmon, where sweet and smoky notes blend seamlessly to create a dish that not only tantalizes your taste buds but also brightens any occasion. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, this easy-to-make recipe transforms fresh salmon fillets into a showstopper meal that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 (6 oz) salmon fillets
- 1/2 cup bourbon
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp coarsely ground black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix the bourbon, brown sugar, soy sauce, minced garlic, lemon juice, and black pepper until well combined.
- Place the salmon fillets in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Cover and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (375°F) or your oven to 400°F.
- For grilling: Place the salmon skin-side down on the grill and cook for 6-8 minutes per side until flaky. For baking: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and bake for about 12-15 minutes.
- Brush additional marinade over the salmon during the last few minutes of cooking to enhance the glaze.
- Serve hot with your favorite sides.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg