Description
Brown Sugar Glazed Salmon with Garlic Butter is a flavorful dish that combines the sweetness of brown sugar with savory garlic for an unforgettable meal. The caramelized glaze enhances the salmon’s natural richness, making it perfect for any occasion—be it a cozy weeknight dinner or a festive gathering. Simple to prepare and visually stunning, this dish is sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (1/2 stick)
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute). Stir in brown sugar and soy sauce until combined. Add lemon juice.
- Place salmon skin-side down on the baking sheet and brush half of the glaze over each fillet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork, brushing with additional glaze halfway through if desired.
- Serve garnished with parsley and drizzle remaining glaze on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg