Seared Salmon with Bourbon Glaze

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4.9

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  • Prep Time

    10 mins

  • Cook Time

    10 mins

  • Total Time

    15 mins

  • Servings

    4

  • Calories

    32695 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    American

Seared Salmon with Bourbon Glaze

Dinner in a flash! A simple glaze of brown sugar, bourbon and soy is the secret to this mouthwatering dish! It's your new weeknight staple!

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Ingredients

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For The Glaze

  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar packed
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic 
  • 1 teaspoon minced ginger
  • ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 3 scallions
  • 2 tablespoons bourbon
  • tablespoon soy sauce or mirin

FOR THE FISH

  • 1-1½ pounds Atlantic salmon
  • pinch salt
  • pinch pepper
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil

OPTIONAL GARNISH:

  • green onions sliced
  • cilantro chopped
  • lime juice
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Instructions

  1. In a small saucepan combine 1 tablespoon brown sugar, 1 tablespoon maple syrup, 2 teaspoons minced garlic, 1 teaspoon minced ginger, ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, 3 scallions, 2 tablespoons bourbon, 1½ tablespoon soy sauce. Bring to a boil over high heat, reduce the heat to medium or medium-low and simmer, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes or until the sauce reduces and thickens. Set aside.
  2. Slice 1-1½ pounds Atlantic salmon into approximately 4-ouonce servings. Season the fillets with a pinch salt and pinch pepper.
  3. Place the pan on the stove and turn on the heat to medium-medium high. When the pan is hot, but not smoking, add 1 tablespoon sesame oil and rotate the pan to cover with the oil.
  4. Add the salmon fillets, flesh side down, and sear for 2-3 minutes. Use a spatula to flip the salmon. Cook for 1-2 minutes longer, or until the fish reaches your desired temperature, and brush each piece with the glaze.
  5. Garnish with cilantro, green onions, and a squeeze of lime juice . Serve.

Notes

  • To ensure the fish doesn't stick to the pan, heat the skillet over medium-high heat for a full minute before adding the oil. This creates a virtually nonstick surface for any stainless steel pan.
  • The fish will continue cooking even after removing it from the heat, a phenomenon known as carryover cooking.
  • You can swap lemon for the lime juice to garnish.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 326.95kcal (16%) Carbohydrates 8.5g (3%) Protein 34.89g (70%) Fat 14.34g (22%) Saturated Fat 2.17g (11%) Polyunsaturated Fat 5.8g Monounsaturated Fat 4.98g Cholesterol 93.55mg (31%) Sodium 457.65mg (19%) Potassium 908.35mg (26%) Fiber 0.47g (2%) Sugar 6.28g (13%) Vitamin A 194.83IU (4%) Vitamin C 1.71mg (2%) Calcium 37.78mg (4%) Iron 1.79mg (10%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 32695 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 326.95kcal 16%
Carbohydrates 8.5g 3%
Protein 34.89g 70%
Fat 14.34g 22%
Saturated Fat 2.17g 11%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.8g 34%
Monounsaturated Fat 4.98g 25%
Cholesterol 93.55mg 31%
Sodium 457.65mg 19%
Potassium 908.35mg 19%
Fiber 0.47g 2%
Sugar 6.28g 13%
Vitamin A 194.83IU 4%
Vitamin C 1.71mg 2%
Calcium 37.78mg 4%
Iron 1.79mg 10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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