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Maple Bourbon Glazed Salmon

Maple Bourbon Glazed Salmon for a Quick, Flavor-Packed Dinner

Experience the delightful combination of sweet and savory in this Maple Bourbon Glazed Salmon, ready in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Resting Time 1 minute
Total Time 23 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon Fillets Fresh is best!
  • to taste Salt Essential for enhancing flavors
  • to taste Black Pepper Essential for enhancing flavors
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Keeps the salmon moist
For the Glaze
  • 1/4 cup Pure Maple Syrup Real maple syrup for best flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Bourbon Sub with apple cider for non-alcoholic
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Tamari can be used for gluten-free
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Adds zesty tang
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh minced for better flavor
  • 1/2 tablespoon Lemon Juice Brightens up the dish
  • 1/2 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Adds smokiness
For Garnish
  • to taste Chopped Parsley Optional for freshness
  • to taste Green Onions Optional for freshness
  • to taste Sesame Seeds Optional for freshness
  • 4 Lemon Wedges For serving

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together maple syrup, bourbon, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, garlic, lemon juice, and smoked paprika to create the glaze.
  3. Pat salmon fillets dry, season with salt and black pepper, and drizzle with olive oil on the baking sheet.
  4. Coat salmon fillets with the glaze, reserving some for later.
  5. Bake for 10–12 minutes, brushing with reserved glaze halfway through until salmon flakes easily.
  6. Optional: Broil for 1–2 minutes to achieve a charred finish.
  7. Let rest for a minute, garnish with parsley or green onions, and serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 32gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgSugar: 12gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Best served with bright sides like steamed asparagus or a fresh garden salad.

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