Bourbon Glazed Salmon

Ingredients

4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)

⅓ cup bourbon

¼ cup soy sauce

2 tbsp brown sugar

1 tbsp honey

1 tbsp Dijon mustard

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tsp fresh ginger, grated

1 tbsp lemon juice

1 tbsp olive oil

½ tsp black pepper

1 tbsp butter

1 tbsp green onions, chopped (for garnish)

1 tsp sesame seeds (for garnish)

Directions

Make the Bourbon Glaze: In a small saucepan, combine bourbon, soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, Dijon mustard, garlic, ginger, and lemon juice. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 5-7 minutes until slightly thickened. Remove from heat.

Prepare the Salmon: Pat the salmon fillets dry and season with black pepper.

Cook the Salmon: Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add salmon fillets, skin-side down, and cook for 3-4 minutes until golden. Flip and cook for another 3 minutes.

Glaze the Salmon: Pour the bourbon glaze over the salmon, spooning it over the fillets as it thickens. Cook for 1-2 more minutes until the salmon is fully cooked and coated in the sauce.

Serve: Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot with rice or roasted vegetables.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the salmon in the bourbon glaze for 15-30 minutes before cooking.

Use maple syrup instead of honey for a deeper sweetness.

Pairs well with steamed rice, mashed potatoes, or sautéed greens.