Description
A quick and flavorful salmon dish glazed with brown sugar and garlic, perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions.
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Combine brown sugar, minced garlic, soy sauce, olive oil, lemon juice, black pepper, salt, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using) in a small bowl.
- Brush the glaze generously over each salmon fillet placed skin-side down on the baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and the glaze is caramelized.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
For more flavor, let the salmon marinate in the glaze for a few minutes before baking.