Description
This Bourbon Salmon is a restaurant-quality dish made right at home! The rich, sweet, and savory bourbon glaze caramelizes beautifully over the salmon, creating an irresistible flavor. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s perfect for a quick yet elegant dinner!
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- ⅓ cup bourbon
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- 1 tsp sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
Make the Bourbon Glaze: In a small saucepan, combine bourbon, soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, Dijon mustard, garlic, ginger, and lemon juice. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 5-7 minutes until slightly thickened. Remove from heat.
Prepare the Salmon: Pat the salmon fillets dry and season with black pepper.
Cook the Salmon: Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add salmon fillets, skin-side down, and cook for 3-4 minutes until golden. Flip and cook for another 3 minutes.
Glaze the Salmon: Pour the bourbon glaze over the salmon, spooning it over the fillets as it thickens. Cook for 1-2 more minutes until the salmon is fully cooked and coated in the sauce.
Serve: Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot with rice or roasted vegetables.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the salmon in the bourbon glaze for 15-30 minutes before cooking.
- Use maple syrup instead of honey for a deeper sweetness.
- Pairs well with steamed rice, mashed potatoes, or sautéed greens.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stove Top
- Cuisine: American