Brown Sugar-Glazed Salmon

This brown sugar glazed salmon recipe is one of those dishes that will greatly impress your dinner guests with its presentation and its flavor—we’ll never let on that it is an incredibly easy recipe to follow. Salmon with a brown sugar glaze always tastes great, and the steps to making this dish are all simple.

If you want to serve a meal that comes together quickly but will long be remembered, this brown sugar-glazed salmon is a great choice. It pairs wonderfully with rice and cooked veggies and will be welcome any night of the week

Brown Sugar-Glazed Salmon Ingredients

• Salmon fillet: As portioned out here, you will need a 1-pound salmon fillet for this recipe.
• Brown sugar: As always when cooking with brown sugar, make sure to pack it first before you measure it.
• Dijon mustard: The Dijon mustard adds a rich and complex flavor profile.
• Soy sauce: We always recommend using a reduced-sodium soy sauce; you really won’t miss the salt.
• Rice vinegar: Rice vinegar adds a tangy edge to the recipe, balancing out the sweetness of the brown sugar nicely.

Directions

Step 1: Roast the salmon

Preheat the oven to 425°F, then cut the salmon into four portions. Place these in a foil-lined 15x10x1-inch pan. Sprinkle over salt and pepper, then roast the fish for 10 minutes. Then, remove the salmon from the oven and preheat the broiler.

Step 2: Glaze then broil the fish

In a small saucepan, mix the remaining ingredients and bring the blend just to a boil. Then, brush the glaze over the salmon. Finally, broil the fish 6 inches from heat until the fish just begins to flake easily with a fork, which will take one to two minutes.

Brown Sugar-Glazed Salmon Variations

• Marinate it first: Marinating is a delicious preparation for salmon. Just make sure you’re marinating for 30 minutes or less. Otherwise, the marinade will break down the salmon’s proteins, yielding an unpleasant texture when cooked.
• Try a different fish: Ocean trout, Arctic char, bluefish and striped bass are all great substitutes for salmon.
• Add some heat: A sprinkling of red pepper flakes atop the salmon during the broil will add a delightful spice.

How to Store Brown Sugar-Glazed Salmon

Store this cooked fish in the fridge for up to two days. Pack it into an airtight container or wrapping and place it in the coldest part of the fridge, which is the lower half.

Can you freeze cooked salmon?

Yes, you can! Let the salmon cool completely to room temperature or chill in the fridge before freezing it, then secure it in airtight wrap and freeze it for up to threemonths.

Brown Sugar-Glazed Salmon Tips

How do you season salmon?

Because salmon carries a stronger flavor, it can require nothing more than salt and pepper. However, if you want to switch things up, try a spicy rub, such as in this spiced salmon recipe, or a sprinkle of garlic, lemon-pepper seasoning, fresh herbs (like rosemary or thyme), smoked paprika or jerk seasoning.