Glazed Brown Sugar Soy Salmon (Printable Version)
Salmon fillets baked in a sweet soy glaze, with garlic and lemon for a rich, golden finish.
# What You'll Need:
01 - 1½ lbs salmon fillet, skin-on or skinless
02 - ½ cup low-sodium soy sauce
03 - ½ cup packed brown sugar
04 - 4 garlic cloves, minced
05 - 3 tablespoons lemon juice
06 - ¼ cup salted butter
07 - ½ teaspoon salt
08 - ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
09 - 1 tablespoon olive oil, for brushing
10 - Optional garnish: chopped green onion or parsley
# Steps to Follow:
01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and let the salmon sit at room temperature for 10–15 minutes.
02 - In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, lemon juice, butter, salt, and pepper. Stir frequently and simmer for 2–3 minutes until smooth. Do not let it boil.
03 - Place the salmon skin-side down in a baking dish. Brush the top with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
04 - Pour the warm glaze evenly over the salmon. Cover the baking dish tightly with foil.
05 - Bake for 10–25 minutes depending on the thickness of the fillet, approximately 10 minutes per inch of thickness.
06 - Remove the foil and broil for the last 2–3 minutes for a caramelized finish.
07 - Garnish with chopped green onion or parsley. Serve with rice, noodles, or roasted vegetables.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Easy one-pan dinner with minimal cleanup
- Ready in under 40 minutes start to finish
- Perfectly moist salmon every time with a caramelized glaze
- Uses ingredients that are easy to find
- Crowd-pleaser for picky eaters and fish lovers alike
02 -
- Rich in omega 3 and high-quality protein
- Leftovers stay flavorful hot or cold for next-day lunches
- Easily adapts for gluten-free or dairy-free with simple swaps
03 -
- Let the salmon warm slightly before baking for even cooking and flakiness
- Keep an eye on the broil step for a perfect golden glaze and not a scorched top
- If you want extra sauce, double the glaze and save half for drizzling over rice or veggies