Pepper-Crusted Maple-Glazed Salmon Recipe 🐟🍁
Description:
Just the thought of this dish makes my mouth water! Marinate a day ahead of time for the best taste. This Pepper-Crusted Maple-Glazed Salmon is a perfect combination of sweet and savory flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more.
Recipe Information:
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 17 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Category: High Protein
- Keywords: Healthy, High In…, < 30 Mins, Oven, Easy
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 590.5
- Fat Content: 14.8g
- Saturated Fat Content: 2.8g
- Cholesterol Content: 146.3mg
- Sodium Content: 1252.5mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 45g
- Fiber Content: 1.9g
- Sugar Content: 36g
- Protein Content: 67.8g
Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 4 salmon fillets
- 1/4 cup fresh ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup olive oil
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1. | In a bowl, mix maple syrup and soy sauce. |
| 2. | Cover the fish completely with the mixture and marinate in the refrigerator for as long as possible– at least four hours but a full day is best. |
| 3. | Preheat oven to 500 degrees F. |
| 4. | Rub oil on a 10 by 10-inch sheet of aluminum foil. |
| 5. | Place pepper on a small plate. |
| 6. | Remove salmon from marinade and pat the topside only into cracked pepper to coat. |
| 7. | Place fillets, pepper side up, on foil. |
| 8. | Bake on the top rack of the oven for approximately 7 minutes. |
| 9. | The syrup may cause the fish to smoke when cooking but do not be alarmed. |
| 10. | Salmon can also be grilled directly over hot coals for about 3 minutes per side. |
| 11. | Serve immediately. |
Enjoy Your Pepper-Crusted Maple-Glazed Salmon!
This delightful recipe promises a burst of flavors with every bite. Whether baked or grilled, the succulent salmon coated in maple syrup, soy sauce, and pepper creates a harmonious blend of sweet and savory notes, making it a perfect dish for any occasion. Make sure to marinate the fish ahead of time to allow the flavors to meld together beautifully. With its high protein content and quick preparation time, this dish is not only delicious but also nutritious, making it a must-try for seafood lovers everywhere!
