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Brown Sugar Soy Glazed Salmon

Brown Sugar Soy Glazed Salmon for Quick, Flavor-Packed Dinners

This Brown Sugar Soy Glazed Salmon is a quick and flavorful dinner option that blends sweet and savory notes for an unforgettable meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 oz Salmon Fillet Choose skin-on for extra flavor or skinless for lighter option.
  • 2 tbsp Salted Butter Substitute with a dairy-free option if needed.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Ground Black Pepper
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil Use for brushing the salmon.
For the Glaze
  • 1/4 cup Low-Sodium Soy Sauce Tamari is a gluten-free replacement.
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar Maple syrup can replace this for a lower sugar option.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Cloves Minced.
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice Substitute with lime or orange juice for a unique twist.
For Optional Garnish
  • 2 tbsp Chopped Green Onion
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley

Equipment

  • oven
  • Medium saucepan
  • baking dish

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Allow your salmon fillet to rest at room temperature for about 10-15 minutes.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine low-sodium soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, fresh lemon juice, salted butter, salt, and ground black pepper. Stir and simmer for 2-3 minutes until smooth.
  3. Place the salmon fillet skin-side down in a baking dish. Brush with olive oil and season lightly with salt and pepper.
  4. Pour the warm glaze over the salmon, covering it evenly. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil.
  5. Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 10-25 minutes, estimating about 10 minutes per inch of thickness.
  6. Remove the foil and broil for an additional 2-3 minutes to caramelize the top, watching closely to prevent burning.
  7. Let the salmon rest for a minute, then garnish with chopped green onions or fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. You can freeze the cooked salmon for up to 3 months.

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