Bourbon Glazed Salmon

Infuse your dinner table with a touch of indulgence with this irresistible Bourbon Glazed Salmon recipe. Each tender fillet is glazed with a rich, caramelized sauce made from a delightful blend of bourbon, brown sugar, honey, soy sauce, and Dijon mustard, elevated by hints of garlic and ground ginger. The dish is perfectly balanced with a drizzle of lemon juice and a quick broil at the end, creating a golden, sticky finish that’s bursting with flavor. Ready in just 35 minutes, this oven-baked salmon is a show-stopper that’s both elegant and surprisingly simple to prepare. Garnished with fresh green onions, it pairs beautifully with steamed vegetables or fluffy rice, making it an ideal choice for a weeknight dinner or special occasion. Try this bourbon salmon recipe today and impress your family with its savory sweetness!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces salmon fillets
• 0.5 cup bourbon
• 0.25 cup soy sauce
• 0.25 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 3 cloves minced garlic
• 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons green onions, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the bourbon, soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and ground ginger.

Step 3

Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly and the sugar has dissolved. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 4

Place the salmon fillets in a baking dish. Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice over the fillets, and season with salt and black pepper.

Step 5

Generously brush the bourbon glaze over each salmon fillet, ensuring they are well coated.

Step 6

Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.

Step 7

To finish, turn the broiler on to high and broil the salmon for an additional 1-2 minutes to caramelize the glaze. Watch carefully to prevent burning.

Step 8

Remove from the oven and sprinkle with chopped green onions.

Step 9

Serve the bourbon glazed salmon hot, with your choice of sides such as steamed vegetables or rice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	863.6 grams (863.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1797

Total Fat 87.40g	112%
Saturated Fat 12.40g	62%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 200mg	67%
Sodium 5605mg	244%
Total Carbohydrate 80.50g	29%
Dietary Fiber 5.20g	19%
Total Sugars 71.00g
Protein 110.50g	221%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 68mg	5%
Iron 5mg	28%
Potassium 404mg	9%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.7%

Protein: 28.5%

Carbs: 20.8%