Bourbon Glazed Salmon
Bourbon glazed salmon is a show-stopping dish that combines succulent salmon fillets with a rich, sweet-savory glaze. This recipe takes under 30 minutes to prepare and cook, making it ideal for both special occasions and weeknight dinners. With its mouthwatering flavors and stunning presentation, you’ll impress your family and guests alike. Get ready to savor every bite as the bourbon glaze elevates this fish into a culinary masterpiece.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1/4 cup bourbon
- 1/4 cup dark brown sugar
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine bourbon, brown sugar, soy sauce, garlic, and lemon juice. Stir until sugar dissolves and sauce thickens slightly.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Place salmon skin-side down and cook for 4-5 minutes until crispy.
- Pour half of the glaze over the salmon and cook for another 3-4 minutes until flaky.
- Flip the fillets, brush with remaining glaze, and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Let rest for a couple of minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (170g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg