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Maple Glazed Salmon: A Sweet and Savory Delight

Salmon is a versatile fish that pairs wonderfully with a variety of flavors, but there’s something truly magical about the combination of maple syrup and salmon. The rich, buttery texture of salmon is beautifully complemented by the sweet and tangy notes of this maple glaze. This recipe for Maple Glazed Salmon is not only simple to prepare but also promises a gourmet dining experience right in your home kitchen. Let’s dive into the details and discover how you can create this delightful dish.

Ingredients You’ll Need:

• 2 lbs salmon filet (3-4 pieces, fresh)
• ¼ cup maple syrup (real)
• 2-3 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed, about ½ lemon)
• 1 tbsp dill (chopped fresh)
• ½ tbsp Dijon mustard
• ½ tbsp grainy Dijon mustard
• ¼ tsp ground black pepper (plus more for seasoning)
• ⅛ tsp kosher salt (plus more for seasoning)

Instructions:

Step 1: Prepare the Marinade

Begin by making your marinade, which will serve as both a flavor enhancer and a glaze for the salmon. In a medium bowl, combine the maple syrup, lemon juice, dill, Dijon mustard, grainy Dijon mustard, black pepper, and salt. Whisk these ingredients together until they are well blended.

Step 2: Marinade the Salmon

Once your marinade is ready, measure out 3 tablespoons and set this portion aside for basting the salmon later on. Pour the remaining marinade into a shallow dish. Carefully place the salmon, flesh-side down, into the marinade, ensuring the skin remains clean and marinade-free. Allow the salmon to rest and absorb these flavors on the counter for approximately 30 minutes.

Step 3: Prepare to Bake

Preheat your oven to 400ºF (200ºC). This temperature is ideal for cooking the salmon evenly while preserving its moisture and flavor.

Step 4: Bake the Salmon

Remove the salmon from the marinade and place it on an oiled or parchment-lined baking sheet, with the flesh side facing up. Discard the used marinade. Bake the salmon in your preheated oven for about 10 minutes. After this time, remove the salmon and drizzle it with the reserved 3 tablespoons of glaze.

Step 5: Broil for Perfection

To achieve a delightful caramelization, switch your oven to broil. Return the salmon to the oven for about 2 minutes or until it reaches your desired level of doneness. Keep a close eye to prevent burning.

Step 6: Rest and Serve

Remove the salmon from the oven and transfer it to a serving plate. Cover it loosely with foil and let it rest for 10 to 15 minutes. This resting period allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in a moist and tender fish. Before serving, season with additional salt and pepper to taste and garnish with slices of lemon for an extra burst of freshness.

Notes:

For this recipe, we opted for the luscious and flavorful Atlantic salmon. Its natural fats contribute to a succulent and moist final dish, making it an excellent choice. However, feel free to use any type of salmon that you fancy.

Nutrition Information:

• Serving Size: 1g
• Calories: 381 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 14g
• Protein: 45g
• Fat: 14g
• Saturated Fat: 2g
• Cholesterol: 125mg
• Sodium: 195mg
• Potassium: 1170mg
• Fiber: 0.1g
• Sugar: 12g
• Vitamin C: 3mg
• Calcium: 52mg
• Iron: 2mg
• Net Carbohydrates: 14g

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This Maple Glazed Salmon is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. The combination of sweet maple syrup, tangy lemon, and robust Dijon mustard creates a flavor profile that’s both comforting and sophisticated. Pair it with a simple salad or roasted vegetables, and you have a meal fit for any food enthusiast. Enjoy this culinary delight and impress your family and friends with your cooking prowess!

Maple Glazed Salmon

This maple glazed salmon recipe is a delightful combination of sweet and tangy flavors, perfect for a quick and delicious dinner.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 12 minutes mins

Marinating Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 52 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Calories: 381

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Salmon Filet

• 2 lbs salmon filet fresh, 3-4 pieces
• 60 ml maple syrup real
• 45 ml lemon juice fresh squeezed, about ½ lemon
• 1 tbsp dill chopped fresh
• 0.5 tbsp dijon mustard
• 0.5 tbsp grainy dijon mustard
• 0.25 tsp ground black pepper plus more for seasoning
• 0.125 tsp kosher salt plus more for seasoning

Equipment

• Baking Sheet

Method

 

1. Make the marinade. Combine the maple syrup, lemon juice, dill, dijon mustard, grainy dijon mustard, black pepper, and salt in a medium bowl. Whisk well.
2. Measure 3 tbsp of this glaze and set aside for basting the salmon.
3. Pour the remaining marinade into a shallow dish.
4. Gently place the salmon, flesh-side down into the marinade, while making sure not to get marinade on the salmon skin. Let this rest on the counter for 30 minutes.
5. Preheat the oven to 400ºF.
6. Remove the salmon from the marinade and place it on an oiled or parchment-lined baking sheet, with the flesh side up.
7. Discard the marinade.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and drizzle with the remaining 3 tbsp of glaze.
9. Turn the oven to broil and return to the oven for about 2 minutes or until it reaches the desired doneness.
10. Remove from the oven, transfer them to a plate, cover loosely with foil, and let it rest for 10 – 15 minutes.
11. Season with salt and pepper. Serve with slices of lemon.

Notes

For this recipe, we opted for the luscious and flavorful Atlantic salmon. While you can certainly use any type of salmon that you fancy, we highly recommend Atlantic salmon as its natural fats contribute to a succulent and moist final dish.