Description
Brown Sugar Glazed Salmon is a delightful dish that effortlessly combines sweet and savory flavors, making it an ideal choice for family dinners or special occasions. In just 30 minutes, you can prepare perfectly seared salmon coated in a sticky, rich glaze made from brown sugar, soy sauce, and garlic. This recipe not only pleases the palate but is also nutritious, offering heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids. Serve it alongside steamed rice, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad for a well-rounded meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh salmon (cut into 4 pieces)
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh ginger (grated)
- Salt & pepper (to taste)
- Olive oil and butter for cooking
Instructions
- Remove salmon from the fridge and let it sit at room temperature for 15–20 minutes. Pat dry and season with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, whisk together brown sugar, soy sauce, lemon juice, garlic powder, ginger, Worcestershire sauce, chicken broth (or water), and cornstarch until smooth.
- Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add salmon skin-side down; cook for about 5 minutes.
- Flip the salmon and add the remaining butter. Pour the prepared sauce around the fish, allowing it to bubble and thicken for about 20–30 seconds before removing from heat.
- Spoon the glaze over each piece of salmon and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg