A quick and easy sweet-and-savory glazed salmon recipe that delivers restaurant-quality flavor in under 30 minutes.
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:15 minutes
Total Time:25 minutes
Yield:2 servings 1x
Category:Main Course
Method:Searing or Roasting
Cuisine:American
Diet:Pescatarian
Ingredients
Scale
2 salmon fillets (6-ounce fillets for even cooking)
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup soy sauce (use gluten-free tamari if needed)
2 tbsp butter (melted)
2 tbsp honey
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp black pepper (adjust to taste)
1/2 tsp paprika (optional)
2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped for garnish; dried can stand in)
Instructions
Pat the salmon dry and season both sides with garlic powder, black pepper, and paprika if using. Let rest at room temperature for about 5 minutes.
Whisk together brown sugar, soy sauce, melted butter, and honey until smooth.
Warm a nonstick or stainless steel skillet over medium-high heat with a teaspoon of oil, or preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with foil or parchment.
Place the salmon skin-side down in the skillet and cook for 4 to 5 minutes without moving to crisp the skin; flip and cook for another 2 to 4 minutes, or roast skin-side down for 8 to 12 minutes in the oven.
Spoon or brush the glaze over the salmon in the last 1 to 2 minutes of cooking. For extra caramelization, move under a hot broiler for 30 to 60 seconds.
Transfer to a plate, let rest for 2 minutes. Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley and serve.
Notes
For gluten-free, swap soy sauce for tamari. Ensure the salmon reaches at least 145°F for safety.