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Filet of maple glazed salmon on a bed of watercress greens and sliced cherry tomatoes.
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Maple Glazed Wild King Salmon Recipe

Sweet, savory, and richly flavored wild king salmon baked with a simple maple glaze. A fast and beautiful dinner that works with any salmon fillet.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 205kcal
Author: Stephanie Wilson

Ingredients

  • 1.5 pounds salmon filet skin off and pin bones removed
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 teaspoons fresh ginger minced or grated
  • fine sea salt and ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees and line a baking pan, about the same size as the salmon fillet, with foil for easy cleanup. You can also lightly coat it with cooking spray.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, garlic, ginger, salt, and pepper.
  • Place the salmon in the baking pan, skin side down, and coat with the maple syrup glaze.
  • Bake the salmon for 12-15 minutes depending on the thickness of the salmon. For best results, insert a thermometer into the salmon. Aim for 140º F and know that the salmon will continue to cook after removing it from the oven. When it flakes easily with a fork in the thickest part of the salmon, it is done.
  • Cut into filets and serve.

Notes

  1. Salmon: Wild king (Chinook) salmon is especially rich and flavorful, but this glaze works well with sockeye, coho, or farm-raised fillets too. Simply adjust baking time based on thickness.
  2. Prep Tip: Pat the salmon dry before glazing. This helps the glaze adhere and caramelize lightly in the oven.
  3. Glaze Flavor Balance: Taste the glaze before brushing it on. If you prefer it less sweet, add a splash more soy. If you’d like more brightness, add another drop of balsamic.
  4. Baking Time: Salmon is ready when it flakes easily with a fork or reaches about 140°F at the thickest part, allowing for a few minutes of carry-over cooking as it rests.
  5. Serving: Spoon a little extra glaze from the pan over the salmon just before serving for a glossy, flavorful finish.

Nutrition

Calories: 205kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 62mg | Sodium: 387mg | Potassium: 608mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 45IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 32mg | Iron: 1mg