A quick and easy salmon recipe that features a sweet and savory brown sugar glaze that’s perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:20 minutes
Total Time:30 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Main Course
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Pescatarian
Ingredients
Scale
4 salmon fillets, 6 oz each, patted dry
1/4 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
2 tablespoons soy sauce (low sodium if preferred)
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 tablespoon honey (or maple syrup)
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon paprika
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped for finishing
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
Pat the salmon fillets dry.
In a small bowl, whisk together brown sugar, soy sauce, melted butter, honey, garlic powder, black pepper, and paprika until smooth.
Arrange the salmon on the prepared baking sheet, skin side down if applicable, and brush each fillet with half of the glaze.
Bake the salmon for 8 minutes.
Remove the tray from the oven, brush the fillets with the remaining glaze, and return to the oven for an additional 8 to 10 minutes until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F.
Let the salmon rest for 2 minutes, sprinkle with chopped parsley, and serve immediately.
Notes
Pat the salmon dry before glazing for better adherence. Use a thermometer for consistency in doneness.