Maple Soy Glazed Salmon
The ultimate comfort food, Maple Soy Glazed Salmon is a sweet and savory dish that satisfies every craving. With tender salmon fillets coated in a delicious glaze, it's an easy weeknight dinner that's sure to impress. Make it tonight for a delightful culinary experience!
Equipment
- Wooden Spoon
- Mixing Bowl
- Frying Pan
- Chef's Knife
- Whisk
- Baking Sheet
- Large Pot
- Oven
Ingredients
- 4 6 oz skinless salmon fillets
- 1/3 cup real maple syrup
- 3 Tbsp soy sauce (not low-sodium)
- 2 cloves garlic , minced
- Freshly ground black pepper and chopped green onions (optional)
Instructions
- Start by preparing your marinade. In a mixing bowl, whisk together maple syrup, soy sauce, and minced garlic. This mixture will serve as both a marinade and a glaze, enhancing the flavor of the salmon as it cooks.
- Next, place the salmon fillets into a baking dish. Pour the prepared marinade over the fillets, ensuring they are evenly coated. This is where the magic begins as the flavors meld into the fish.
- Cover the dish and refrigerate for 30 minutes. This allows the salmon to absorb all the wonderful flavors. As it marinates, you might consider carefully rotating the fillets halfway through to ensure even flavor distribution.
- While the salmon is marinating, you can prepare for cooking. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit during the last 10 minutes of marinating. This way, your oven is ready to go when the salmon is done marinating.
- After marinating, spray a 13 by 9 inch baking dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking. Transfer the marinated salmon fillets into the greased dish, making sure to pour any leftover marinade over the top for extra flavor.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through. You’ll know it’s done when it flakes easily with a fork and has a nice glaze forming on top.
- While the salmon is baking, take the remaining marinade and pour it into a small saucepan. Bring it to a boil over medium-high heat while stirring frequently. This step is crucial as it will thicken and intensify the flavors of your glaze.
- Once the marinade reaches a boil, reduce the heat slightly and allow it to cook for several minutes, stirring often, until it reduces to about 1/4 cup. This concentrated glaze will be drizzled over the cooked salmon.
- Once the salmon is done baking, remove it from the oven and serve warm. Drizzle a tablespoon of the reduced glaze over each fillet, adding a sprinkle of freshly ground black pepper and chopped green onions if desired. The presentation will not only look appealing but will also enhance the flavors.
Notes
- Tip 1: Double check that you're using pure maple syrup. You don't want artificial pancake syrup for this recipe!