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Brown Sugar Soy Sauce Salmon

Brown Sugar Soy Sauce Salmon for a Quick and Tasty Dinner

This Brown Sugar Soy Sauce Salmon recipe combines sweet and savory notes for a delightful meal in under 30 minutes.
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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 Choose skin-on for added moisture and flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Brush on for enhanced flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to your palate.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper Sprinkle to taste.
For the Glaze
  • 1/2 cup Soy Sauce Use coconut aminos for gluten-free.
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar
  • 2 cloves Garlic Cloves Minced.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Fresh preferred.
  • 2 tablespoons Salted Butter Can use unsalted.

Equipment

  • oven
  • Baking Dish
  • Saucepan
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring salmon fillets to room temperature for 10-15 minutes, patting dry with paper towels.
  2. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and allow it to reach temperature.
  3. Place salmon skin-side down in a greased baking dish, brush with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper.
  4. In a saucepan, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, lemon juice, and butter. Heat until smooth and bubbly.
  5. Pour glaze over salmon, cover with foil, and bake for 10-25 minutes, checking for doneness.
  6. Optionally, remove foil and broil for 2-3 minutes for caramelization.
  7. Let salmon rest for a minute before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 72mgSodium: 1000mgPotassium: 800mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Consider adding sesame seeds or chopped green onions on top before serving for extra flavor.

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