Description

Tender salmon fillet baked under a glossy, sweet-and-salty soy-garlic-lemon glaze. Ready in under 35 minutes; perfect for elegant weeknight dinners or casual entertaining.

Ingredients

1½ lbs salmon fillet (skin-on or skinless)

½ cup low-sodium soy sauce

½ cup brown sugar (packed)

4 garlic cloves, minced

3 tablespoons lemon juice

¼ cup salted butter

½ teaspoon salt

½ teaspoon ground black pepper

1 tbsp olive oil (for brushing)

Optional garnish: chopped green onion or parsley

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C); let salmon sit at room temperature for 10–15 minutes.
Simmer soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, lemon juice, butter, salt, and pepper in a saucepan for 2–3 minutes until smooth.
Place salmon skin-side down in a baking dish, brush with olive oil, and season.
Pour glaze over salmon and cover tightly with foil.
Bake for 10–25 minutes (about 10 minutes per inch thickness).
Optional: broil for 2–3 minutes for a caramelized top.
Garnish with green onion or parsley and serve.

Notes

Avoid boiling the glaze—it should remain smooth and pourable.Keep a close eye during broil to prevent burning.Room-temperature salmon bakes more evenly.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Course, Seafood
Method: Baking (with optional finishing under broiler)
Cuisine: fusion