Description
Balsamic glazed salmon promises a delightful culinary journey through rich Mediterranean flavors. Succulent salmon fillets caramelized with tangy balsamic reduction create an irresistible main course that will impress dinner guests with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 lb (454 grams) salmon fillet
Sauce Ingredients:
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) brown sugar
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) balsamic vinegar
- 2 teaspoons (10 milliliters) Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) garlic, minced or ¼ teaspoon (1.25 milliliters) garlic powder
Seasoning and Spices:
- ¼ teaspoon (1.25 milliliters) red pepper flakes
- ½ tablespoon (7.5 milliliters) Worcestershire sauce
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Whisk together brown sugar, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper in a compact mixing vessel to create a harmonious glaze.
- Carefully separate the prepared sauce into two equal portions, reserving one half for later application.
- Submerge the salmon fillet in the first portion of sauce, allowing it to marinate in the refrigerator for a half-hour, enabling deep flavor penetration.
- Activate the oven and calibrate the temperature to 350°F (175°C), preparing a foil-lined baking surface for optimal cooking.
- Transfer the marinated salmon onto the prepared baking sheet, ensuring even placement.
- Slide the salmon into the preheated oven and roast for 15-20 minutes, monitoring the thickness to prevent overcooking.
- Midway through roasting, gently brush the remaining marinade across the salmon’s surface to enhance moisture and intensify flavor profiles.
- Upon completion of cooking, extract the salmon from the oven and let it rest momentarily.
- Elegantly drizzle the final portion of sauce over the cooked salmon, creating a luxurious glossy finish that balances sweet and tangy notes.
- Serve immediately while the salmon remains warm and the glaze glistens invitingly.
Notes
- Marinating the salmon in half the sauce enhances deep, rich flavors and helps tenderize the fish before cooking.
- Preheating the oven ensures consistent heat distribution, creating a perfectly cooked salmon with a caramelized glaze.
- Line the baking sheet with foil for easy cleanup and to prevent the delicate fish from sticking during roasting.
- Basting midway through cooking helps maintain moisture and builds layers of complex, sweet-tangy balsamic flavor.
- Cooking time varies based on salmon thickness; check at 15 minutes to avoid overcooking and ensure a moist, flaky texture.
- Use fresh garlic and high-quality balsamic vinegar for the most vibrant and pronounced sauce characteristics.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 11 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg