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Bourbon Glazed Salmon

Bourbon Glazed Salmon prepared dish

Bourbon glazed salmon is a delightful dish that combines the rich flavors of bourbon with the natural sweetness of salmon. This easy-to-make recipe results in a beautifully caramelized glaze that enhances the fish's tender texture. Serve it with your favorite sides for a satisfying meal!

This recipe is american style, dinner, scaled for 4 servings, with 10 min prep and 15 min cook.

Prep: 10 min · Cook: 15 min · Total: 25 min · Serves: 4

Quick cooking notes

  • Core ingredients include green onions, garlic, olive oil, brown sugar.
  • Follow all 8 steps in order for the intended texture and doneness.
  • Ingredient quantities listed below are for 4 servings.

Ingredients

  • 2 stalks green onions (chopped)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 cup bourbon
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds
  • 4 pieces salmon fillets
  • 1 tbsp ginger (grated)
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce

Instructions

  1. In a small saucepan, combine the bourbon, brown sugar, soy sauce, minced garlic, and grated ginger over medium heat.
  2. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for about 5 minutes, or until it has thickened slightly.
  3. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper, then place them skin-side down in the skillet.
  5. Cook the salmon for about 4-5 minutes, then carefully flip the fillets and brush the bourbon glaze over the top.
  6. Continue to cook for another 4-5 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
  7. Remove the salmon from the skillet and drizzle with any remaining glaze.
  8. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 350
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Fat: 20 g
  • Carbohydrates: 10 g
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg

Nutrition values are estimates based on stored ingredient totals and serving size.

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