Description
Quick and easy baked salmon with a sweet-savory brown sugar glaze, perfect for busy weeknights or special dinners.
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each), skin-on or skinless
- 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down and pat dry with paper towels.
- In a small bowl, whisk together brown sugar, soy sauce, melted butter, honey, garlic powder, black pepper, and paprika until smooth.
- Brush the salmon with half of the glaze and reserve the remaining glaze.
- Bake for 8 minutes, then brush with the reserved glaze and bake for another 8–10 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
- Optionally, switch to broil for 30–60 seconds for a caramelized finish.
- Let rest for 2 minutes, sprinkle with parsley, and serve immediately.
Notes
For a gluten-free option, use tamari or a gluten-free soy sauce. Adjust the sweetness by tasting the glaze before brushing.