Description
Bourbon glazed salmon is a show-stopping dish that combines the rich flavors of bourbon with succulent salmon fillets, creating a perfect balance of sweet and savory. This easy-to-make recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions, and it’s sure to impress your guests. With a glossy glaze that caramelizes beautifully during cooking, each bite offers a delightful burst of flavor that will leave everyone wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1/2 cup bourbon
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, mix bourbon, soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and lemon juice until well combined.
- Place salmon fillets in a shallow dish and pour half of the marinade over them. Let marinate for 30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat or oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Remove salmon from marinade and place on the grill or a parchment-lined baking sheet. Cook for about 5-7 minutes per side until flaky.
- While cooking, pour the remaining marinade into a small saucepan and simmer on medium heat until thickened (about 5-10 minutes).
- Drizzle the glaze over cooked salmon and garnish with sliced green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg