Description
Brown Sugar Glazed Salmon is a tantalizing dish that beautifully marries sweet and savory flavors, making it an ideal choice for any meal. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe features succulent salmon fillets coated in a sticky brown sugar glaze infused with garlic, soy sauce, lemon juice, and ginger. Its impressive taste will delight even the pickiest eaters at your table. Whether you’re hosting a family dinner or a special occasion, this quick and easy recipe promises to impress your guests while providing a nutritious option rich in omega-3 fatty acids. Serve it alongside rice or roasted vegetables for a complete meal that’s both delicious and satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh salmon (cut into 4 equal pieces)
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh grated ginger
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Bring salmon to room temperature by letting it sit for 15–20 minutes. Pat dry and season with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, whisk together brown sugar, soy sauce, garlic powder, lemon juice, ginger, Worcestershire sauce, chicken broth, and cornstarch.
- Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the salmon skin-side down for about 5 minutes.
- Flip the salmon and cook for an additional 2–3 minutes until nearly cooked through.
- Add remaining butter to the skillet and pour in the prepared sauce between the salmon pieces. Allow it to bubble for 20–30 seconds before removing from heat.
- Flip the salmon one last time to coat with glaze before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (113g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg