Salmon with Bourbon Glaze (Print View)
Juicy salmon fillets finished with a glossy, sweet-savory bourbon glaze, topped with fresh herbs.
# What You'll Need:
→ Salmon
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4 salmon fillets (approximately 6 ounces each), preferably fresh
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
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2 tablespoons olive oil
→ Bourbon Glaze
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3 tablespoons unsalted butter
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1/4 cup bourbon
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1/4 cup packed brown sugar
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2 tablespoons soy sauce
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1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
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Fresh parsley or chives, finely chopped, for garnish (optional)
# Directions:
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Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot and shimmering.
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Pat salmon fillets dry and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
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Pour olive oil into the hot skillet. Place salmon fillets skin-side down and cook undisturbed for 4 to 5 minutes until the skin is crisp.
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Gently flip fillets and cook for an additional 3 to 4 minutes, until flesh is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Remove the fillets from the skillet and keep warm.
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Lower the heat to medium. Add unsalted butter and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
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Stir in bourbon, brown sugar, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and smoked paprika. Simmer, stirring occasionally, for 4 to 5 minutes until the mixture thickens into a glossy glaze.
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Return the salmon fillets to the skillet. Spoon the bourbon glaze over each fillet, ensuring an even coating.
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Transfer the salmon to plates. Garnish with chopped parsley or chives if desired. Serve immediately.
# Notes:
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For best caramelization, avoid moving the salmon during the initial searing phase.