Maple Glazed Salmon
Salmon fillets brushed with a sweet and savory maple glaze, then baked to tender perfection.
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
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1
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
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2
Place the 4 salmon fillets fillets skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each fillet.
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3
In a small bowl, whisk together the 1/4 cup maple syrup, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until well combined.
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4
Brush the glaze generously over each salmon fillets fillet, making sure to coat the tops and sides.
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5
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked to your desired doneness. For fully cooked salmon, the internal temperature should reach 145°F (63°C), or 125°F (52°C) for medium-rare.
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The glaze should be caramelized and slightly bubbling when done. If desired, you can broil for the last 1-2 minutes to further caramelize the glaze.
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7
Remove from the oven and let rest for 2-3 minutes before serving.