Maple Brown Sugar Glazed Salmon is a simple, flavorful dinner that feels a little fancy without extra effort. Made with pantry staples and ready in around 20 minutes, it’s perfect for quick weeknight meals.
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This Maple Brown Sugar Glazed Salmon recipe is made with the perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors. The glaze is simple to prepare and elevates the flavor of the fish without overpowering it.
Serve this dish alongside vegetables, like Roasted Brussels Sprouts or steamed broccoli, and a side of rice or potatoes for a complete meal.
Why This Recipe Works
Salmon is quick and easy to prepare. This recipe takes about 20 minutes to get on your dinner table making it a perfect dinner option for busy weeknights.
The maple brown sugar glaze only takes minutes to mix up and gives the salmon the perfect balance of sweet and savory flavor.
Salmon is loaded with health benefits such as Omega-3 Fatty Acids and protein.
Ingredients
- 4 6-ounce salmon filets: high-quality, wild-caught salmon is the best option, if possible.
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar (packed)
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup: honey can be used in place of maple syrup.
- 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce: low sodium soy sauce can be used, if preferred.
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
The entire recipe and instructions can be found in the recipe card at the bottom of this post. You can print the recipe from the card, if needed.
Step-By-Step Instructions
Prep!
If you are using frozen salmon, be sure it’s fully thawed first.
Place one oven rack in the center of the oven and a second oven rack at the top for broiling later.
Preheat your oven to 425°F.
Create!
Pat the salmon dry with paper towels and place on a baking sheet. You can line the baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easier cleanup, if preferred.
Whisk together the brown sugar, Dijon mustard, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, garlic powder and pepper.
Lightly brush the salmon with a thin layer of glaze. There will be a good amount of the glaze remaining at this point.
Bake on the center rack of the oven for 10-12 minutes or until the salmon reaches 135°F on a meat thermometer inserted into the center of the thickest portion.
Brush the salmon lightly with the glaze again. Turn the oven off, turn the broiler on, and place the salmon under the broiler for 1-3 minutes to caramelize the glaze and bring the salmon’s internal temperature up to 145°F on the meat thermometer. Keep a close eye on the salmon while under the broiler, as the glaze can burn quickly.
Present!
Serve, as desired.
Tips and Techniques
- Use high-quality salmon for the best flavor. Wild caught salmon is usually a healthier choice and tastes better too.
- Use pure maple syrup for the best results.
- Store leftover maple brown sugar salmon in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Consume within 3 days.
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Maple Brown Sugar Glazed Salmon
Ingredients
- 4 6 ounce salmon filets (thawed)
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar packed)
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
- 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Place one oven rack in the center of the oven and a second oven rack at the top for broiling later.
- Preheat oven to 425°F.
- Pat the salmon dry with paper towels and place on a baking sheet.4 6 ounce salmon filets
- Whisk together the brown sugar, Dijon mustard, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, garlic powder and pepper.3 tablespoons brown sugar, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup, 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar, 1 teaspoon soy sauce, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- Lightly brush the salmon with a thin layer of glaze. There will be a good amount of the glaze remaining at this point.
- Bake on the center rack of the oven for 10-12 minutes or until the salmon reaches 135°F on a meat thermometer inserted into the center of the thickest portion.
- Brush the salmon lightly with the glaze again. Turn the oven off, turn the broiler on, and place the salmon under the broiler for 1-3 minutes, keeping a close eye on the salmon to prevent burning, to caramelize the glaze and bring the salmon's internal temperature up to 145°F on the meat thermometer.
- Serve, as desired.
Notes
- Use high-quality salmon for the best flavor. Wild caught salmon is usually a healthier choice and tastes better too.
- Use pure maple syrup for the best results. Honey can be used in place of maple syrup.
- Low sodium soy sauce can be used, if preferred.
- Store leftover maple brown sugar salmon in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Consume within 3 days.
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