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Brown Sugar Glazed Salmon

Irresistibly Sweet Brown Sugar Glazed Salmon in 30 Minutes

Brown Sugar Glazed Salmon is a quick, delicious dish combining sweet and savory flavors, perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 pieces Fresh Salmon around 1" thick
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Glaze
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce gluten-free option available
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder substitute with fresh garlic for bolder taste
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice or apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Ginger or use frozen ginger
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
Cooking Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 2 tablespoons Butter one for cooking, one for glaze
  • 1/4 cup Chicken Broth or water; vegetable broth for vegetarian option
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch optional for a thinner glaze

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Measuring spoons
  • Knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring the salmon to room temperature for about 15-20 minutes, then cut into four equal pieces and pat dry. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together brown sugar, soy sauce, garlic powder, lemon juice, fresh ginger, Worcestershire sauce, chicken broth, and cornstarch until smooth. Set aside.
  3. Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook salmon skin-side down for 5 minutes or until the skin is crisp.
  4. Flip the salmon, lower the heat to medium, and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until cooked through.
  5. Add remaining butter and pour sauce around salmon. Let bubble for 20-30 seconds to thicken.
  6. Flip salmon once more to coat in glaze and serve immediately with desired sides.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgSugar: 12gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Can freeze cooked salmon for up to 3 months.

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