I’m sharing a recipe that my mom handed down to me.
It’s tried and true and the best part? So easy! Yet it tastes delicious and I have yet to meet a person who doesn’t like it.
Brown Sugar and Bourbon Glazed Salmon Recipe
This broiled salmon recipe is my go-to because it’s so good and cooks up in 10 minutes. Plus, you only need 4 ingredients.
Ingredients:
– 1-1.5 lb salmon (wild-caught preferred)
– 1/4 c bourbon
– 1/2 c brown sugar, lightly packed
– 1/2 c soy sauce (I use low sodium)
– 2 Tbsp oil (I use olive)
Cut your salmon into portions before marinating, using a sharp knife.
Pour all marinade ingredients into a large, double sealed ziplock bag and mix well. Then, add your salmon.
Let marinate in the fridge for 4 hours. When ready to cook, turn the oven on broil and line a large baking dish or rimmed baking sheet with tin foil or parchment paper.
Place salmon on baking sheet and place half way down in the oven. Broil 10-12 minutes, depending on the thickness of the salmon.
Then eat it up!
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This broiled salmon recipe is my go-to because it’s so good and cooks up in 10 minutes. Plus, you only need 4 ingredients.
Ingredients
- 1–1.5 lb salmon (wild-caught preferred)
- 1/4 c bourbon
- 1/2 c brown sugar, lightly packed
- 1/2 c soy sauce (I use low sodium)
- 2 Tbsp oil (I use olive)
Instructions
- Cut your salmon into portions before marinating, using a sharp knife.
- Pour all marinade ingredients into a large, double sealed ziplock bag and mix well. Then, add your salmon.
- Let marinate in the fridge for 4 hours.
- When ready to cook, turn the oven on broil and line a large baking dish or rimmed baking sheet with tin foil or parchment paper.
- Place salmon on baking sheet and place half way down in the oven. Broil 10-12 minutes, depending on the thickness of the salmon.
This would be a great idea for a romantic Valentine’s Day dinner at home.
I served ours over a brown rice and almond pilaf with rainbow chard sautéed with olive oil, garlic and lemon. I always cook an extra piece for the kids to have the next day. They’ll even eat it cold. It’s good stuff!
What’s your favorite kind of fish?
I love salmon, but also am a huge fan of Chilean Sea Bass. Yet, I’ve never attempted cooking it because I hear it can be tricky and that stuff is expensive!
Alison @ Daily Moves and Grooves says
February 11, 2014 at 7:12 amGahh this looks absolutely delicious!! My family usually rotates between teriyaki glazed salmon and plain seasoned salmon, so this would be a wonderful way to mix it up. I love that this only requires 4 ingredients for the marinade! Thanks for sharing the recipe 🙂
I hope you have a fun time with your mom!
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Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
February 11, 2014 at 7:22 amSalmon is the best! But I also love Tilapia and….Sardines!
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Kristen says
February 11, 2014 at 9:21 amYum! I swear I cannot cook salmon and make it taste decent! I am going to try this!
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A-Lex says
February 11, 2014 at 9:22 amI’ve been dying for an easy, delicious, non-lemony preparation for salmon! you saved the day! Thanks bud!
Christina says
February 11, 2014 at 9:28 amOk, I have to admit – I’m not a fan of salmon. I know I should like it, but it’s usually too strong a flavor for me. However, your recipe looks so good that I’m going to give it another shot! Enjoy your time with your mom.
Marjorie says
February 11, 2014 at 9:32 amYesssss! Thanks for sharing. I cannot wait to make this. Grouper is my favorite fish. Tied for second is amberjack and red snapper.
Yes, we are sitting in Birmingham Alabama with schools closed and workplaces delayed. And all it is doing is pouring down rain! I have to go to the grocery store yesterday for a regular weekly trip. And all the milk and bread people were everywhere!
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Brittany Dixon says
February 11, 2014 at 3:06 pmI had to swing by for toilet paper today and our bread aisle was empty! No snow yet here either 😉
Laura @FitMamaLove says
February 11, 2014 at 10:00 amThis looks great! I have a bourbon smoked sugar from a special spice shop, but thought it could use something else when I’ve cooked with it. I think soy sauce is perfect!
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Domi @ Eat, Pray, Lift says
February 11, 2014 at 10:36 amOh sweet moses, that looks delicious! Now I’m craving salmon at 7am haha. 🙂 My favorite fish is a toss up between salmon and fresh tuna (as in sashimi!), but my favorite seafood in general would be scallops. Oh heavens, scallops…
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Brittany @ Delights and Delectables says
February 11, 2014 at 10:44 amSalmon is my absolute favorite!! However, I always over cook it at home! Must try this!!
Enjoy your snow days and your time with your mom! I always crack up at people here when they mention flurries or snow. There is nothing left on the shelves at the grocery! lol!
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Ali says
February 11, 2014 at 10:53 amHave so much fun with your mom!
[email protected] says
February 11, 2014 at 11:07 amThis salmon looks delicious!! Salmon is my favorite fish, so I will definitely be trying this! Pinning it right now!
Danica @ It's Progression says
February 11, 2014 at 12:25 pmThis looks delicious! My husband is cooking us dinner (for the first time ever!) for a fun night in on Valentine’s day…I’m going to hint at this recipe 😉
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christina says
February 11, 2014 at 1:05 pmyou just gave me an excuse to go buy bourbon. wooohoooooo! party with the fish!
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Brittany Dixon says
February 11, 2014 at 3:07 pm…as if you ever need an excuse?! Cheers!
Maria says
February 11, 2014 at 1:51 pmI love me some salmon! I want this for dinner, NOW!
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Ashley says
February 11, 2014 at 2:26 pmYUM!!! Thanks! We will definitely be trying this at our house. I have declared Monday (President’s Day) as a serious meal planning/prep day that may involve other baby items being checked off the list. I WILL.
Have so much fun with your mom! I was just saying to my mom last night at her home for dinner how we don’t have many more just us dates before bambino. I bet you can barely remember those days pre Hailey with your momma! I look forward to reading about your adventures. Fingers crossed snow isn’t too bad (NW is the same 2 inches is a HUGE deal) and hubby won’t have to drive all over.
Cheers to a happy and healthy day with or without snow! Good luck on your orange test!!! I’m sure you will do great. I’ve got dinner marinating at home and a walking date after work with a friend and her 7 week old. I’m determined to keep walking without waddling. Yay!
Thanks again for the recipe 🙂
Ashley @ My Food N Fitness Diaries says
February 11, 2014 at 6:55 pmYUM! I love salmon – definitely one of my all time favorite fish!
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Matt @ Runner Savvy says
February 11, 2014 at 8:00 pmLooks delicious!
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Madeline @ Food Fitness and Family says
February 11, 2014 at 8:12 pmThis looks SO SO SO good … wish I had Bourbon on hand! I might have to buy a shooter just for this 😉
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Linda says
February 11, 2014 at 11:19 pmI don’t cook much fish, but this sounds delicious! Do you have any good tilapia recipes to share?
Brittany Dixon says
February 12, 2014 at 7:41 amI don’t at the moment, but will think about it. I use tilapia mainly in fish tacos because I find it falls apart so easily, but in tacos, who cares?! 😉
Lauren B. says
February 12, 2014 at 10:15 amOh my, this looks delicious! I absolutely love salmon, but I’m always looking for ways to change it up from our usual salt/pepper/cayenne routine. Pinning now!!
Meredith says
February 12, 2014 at 6:16 pmMade this for dinner tonight and it was delicious. Even the little one enjoyed it, and she has not been a fan of salmon lately. Thanks for the recipe!
Jen W says
February 18, 2014 at 11:37 amWhere do you buy your fresh salmon? I find it so expensive most places and then when I try to get it at Sams/Costco it’s farm raised and the only wild caught is frozen and pre-seasoned.
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Brittany Dixon says
February 18, 2014 at 12:26 pmI agree, it is expensive! I can find it on sale sometimes at Harris Teeter (wild caught) for a decent price ($10/ lb) and sometimes I buy wild-caught frozen options and just thaw them the day before using them for dinner. They actually taste great and are usually priced lower! Good luck 🙂
Elizabeth Fulcher says
August 24, 2016 at 11:40 amGoing to try this recipie today. One question do you broil on high?
Brittany Dixon says
August 24, 2016 at 1:05 pmI think so! My oven only has one broil setting- it’s at 500 degrees I believe. Enjoy!
Shelly says
March 3, 2018 at 3:49 pmWhat are the two sides played with the salmon. They look yummy as well
Brittany Dixon says
March 4, 2018 at 7:13 amSauteed swiss chard and an almond and brown rice pilaf! 🙂 No recipes, though- I just winged it.