Salmon glazed with brown sugar, soy, lemon, and garlic for a tangy, sweet, and savory meal, ready in 35 minutes.
# Ingredients:
→ Main
01 - 1 1/2 pounds salmon fillet, skin-on or skinless
→ Glaze
02 - 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
03 - 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
04 - 4 garlic cloves, minced
05 - 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
06 - 1/4 cup salted butter
07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
→ For Assembly
09 - 1 tablespoon olive oil, for brushing
→ Garnish (optional)
10 - Chopped green onion, to taste
11 - Chopped parsley, to taste
# Instructions:
01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F. Allow the salmon to rest at room temperature for 10 to 15 minutes to encourage even cooking.
02 - In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, lemon juice, butter, salt, and black pepper. Stir constantly and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until the glaze is smooth and sugar has dissolved. Do not bring the mixture to a boil.
03 - Place the salmon fillet skin-side down in a baking dish. Brush the surface of the salmon with olive oil and season lightly with salt and pepper.
04 - Pour the warm glaze evenly over the salmon fillet. Cover the baking dish tightly with foil to lock in moisture.
05 - Bake for 10 to 25 minutes, depending on the thickness of your salmon (approximately 10 minutes per inch of thickness), until the salmon is cooked through and easily flakes with a fork.
06 - For a caramelized top, remove the foil and broil the salmon for 2 to 3 minutes, watching closely to avoid burning the glaze.
07 - Transfer the salmon to serving plates and garnish with chopped green onion or parsley if desired. Serve immediately with steamed rice, noodles, or roasted vegetables.
