Maple Bourbon Glazed Salmon Recipe
Looking for a dinner that’s both restaurant worthy and weeknight simple? This Maple Bourbon Glazed Salmon Recipe is the answer. Juicy salmon fillets are brushed with a sticky sweet glaze made from real maple syrup, smoky bourbon, and savory seasonings, then cooked until perfectly caramelized. The result? A dish that’s as impressive as it is effortless.
Ingredients
For the Salmon
- 4 salmon fillets about 6 oz each
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Maple Bourbon Glaze
- ¼ cup pure maple syrup
- 3 tablespoons bourbon
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Optional Garnish
- chopped parsley
- sliced green onions
- sesame seeds
- lemon wedges
Instructions
1. Preheat Oven
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Make the Glaze
- In a small bowl whisk together:
- maple syrup
- bourbon
- soy sauce
- Dijon mustard
- garlic
- lemon juice
- smoked paprika
- black pepper
3. Prepare the Salmon
- Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels and place on the baking sheet.
- Season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Brush tops with olive oil.
4. Add Glaze
- Spoon or brush maple bourbon glaze over each salmon fillet.
- Reserve a small amount for later.
5. Bake
- Bake for 10–12 minutes depending on thickness.
- Halfway through cooking, brush salmon with remaining glaze.
6. Broil (Optional)
- Broil for 1–2 minutes at the end to caramelize the glaze slightly.
7. Garnish & Serve
- Top with parsley or green onions and serve with lemon wedges.
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Notes
📝 Notes
- Use fresh salmon fillets with skin on for better flavor and moisture during cooking.
- Pat the salmon dry before seasoning to help the glaze stick properly.
- Combine maple syrup, bourbon, garlic, soy sauce, and a touch of Dijon mustard for a balanced glaze.
- Simmer the glaze briefly to thicken before brushing it over the salmon.
- Bake or pan-sear the salmon until it flakes easily with a fork.
- For a non-alcohol version, replace bourbon with apple juice or extra maple syrup.
- Garnish with chopped parsley, green onions, or sesame seeds before serving.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.