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Brown Sugar Soy Sauce Salmon

Brown Sugar Soy Sauce Salmon: A Sweet & Savory Delight

Enjoy a delicious Brown Sugar Soy Sauce Salmon recipe in under 30 minutes, perfect for a busy weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 1 minute
Total Time 41 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon Fillet Best with skin-on for juiciness
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Enhances flavor and helps glaze stick
  • to taste Salt Enhances natural flavors
  • to taste Ground Black Pepper Adds warmth and depth
For the Glaze
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Substitute with coconut aminos for gluten-free
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar Adds sweetness and helps with caramelization
  • 2 cloves Garlic Cloves Freshly minced
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Fresh juice adds necessary acidity
  • 2 tablespoons Salted Butter Contributes richness, can use unsalted

Equipment

  • oven
  • Baking Dish
  • small saucepan

Method
 

Step-By-Step Instructions
  1. Allow salmon fillets to come to room temperature for 10 to 15 minutes, while preheating oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Place the fillets skin-side down in a lightly greased baking dish, drizzle olive oil, and season with salt and pepper.
  3. In a small saucepan, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, lemon juice, and butter. Heat over medium until smooth and slightly thickened.
  4. Pour the warm glaze evenly over the seasoned salmon fillets, cover with aluminum foil.
  5. Bake for 10 to 25 minutes, check for flakiness and opaque color.
  6. Optional: Remove foil and broil for an additional 2 to 3 minutes for a caramelized finish.
  7. Remove from oven and let rest for about 1 minute before serving.
  8. Serve with rice or vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Opt for skin-on salmon for juiciness. Store leftovers with glaze to maintain moisture. Use coconut aminos for gluten-free.

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