Description
Succulent brown sugar soy sauce salmon promises a delightful fusion of sweet and savory flavors. Glazed with a rich marinade, this dish delivers a mouthwatering experience you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1.5 pounds (680 grams) salmon fillet
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup soy sauce (use non-alcoholic alternative, such as naturally brewed or tamarind-based soy sauce)
Aromatics and Seasonings:
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
Cooking and Finishing Ingredients:
- Olive oil for seasoning
- 1/4 cup salted butter
Instructions
- Allow salmon to reach room temperature for 10-15 minutes to ensure even cooking. Preheat oven to 375°F, creating an ideal environment for baking.
- Position salmon skin-side down on a baking sheet. Lightly brush with olive oil and season with salt and pepper for enhanced flavor profile.
- Craft a luxurious glaze by combining soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, lemon juice, butter, salt, and pepper in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Stir consistently until ingredients meld into a smooth, glossy mixture, approximately 2-3 minutes.
- Generously coat salmon with the prepared glaze, ensuring complete and even coverage. Seal the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil to preserve moisture and intensify flavors.
- Bake salmon for 10-25 minutes, depending on fillet thickness. As a general guide, cook approximately 10 minutes per inch of fish. For a caramelized exterior, remove foil and broil for 2-3 minutes at the end of cooking time.
- Transfer salmon to a serving plate. Optional: Sprinkle with freshly chopped green onions for added freshness. Drizzle remaining sauce over accompanying side dishes to maximize flavor enjoyment.
Notes
- Bring salmon to room temperature for even cooking, ensuring a more consistent texture and preventing dry edges.
- Use a light hand with olive oil to prevent overly greasy fish, just enough to help seasonings stick.
- Choose fresh, high-quality salmon for the best flavor and texture, preferably wild-caught for richer taste.
- Adjust cooking time based on salmon thickness, watching carefully to avoid overcooking and maintaining moist, tender flesh.
- Create a low-sugar version by substituting brown sugar with monk fruit sweetener or reducing sugar content.
- Add red pepper flakes or ginger for an extra kick of flavor and complexity to the sauce.
- Check salmon’s doneness by gently pressing the thickest part – it should flake easily and appear slightly translucent in the center.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg