Description
This Texas Roadhouse-style baked salmon recipe features tender, flaky salmon fillets glazed with a sweet and savory caramelized sauce. The glaze combines brown sugar, soy sauce, honey, and spices, creating a deliciously sticky finish that’s perfect for a quick and impressive dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Salmon
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
For the Glaze
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons butter (melted)
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
For Garnish
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Pat the salmon fillets dry using paper towels to ensure they crisp up nicely in the oven.
- Prepare the Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, soy sauce, melted butter, honey, garlic powder, black pepper, and paprika until smooth.
- Coat the Salmon Fillets: Place the salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet. Brush generously with half of the glaze mixture, coating the tops and sides thoroughly.
- Bake for Initial Time: Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for about 8 minutes, allowing it to begin cooking and the glaze to set.
- Add More Glaze and Finish Baking: Remove the salmon from the oven and brush with the remaining glaze for extra flavor and a glossy appearance. Return the salmon to the oven, baking for another 8 to 10 minutes or until it flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F.
- Serve Hot: Once baked, remove the salmon and let it rest for 2 minutes. Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley on top before serving immediately to enjoy the full flavor and aroma.
Notes
- Patting the salmon dry before glazing ensures better caramelization and a crispier finish.
- Use a food thermometer to accurately check that the salmon reaches 145°F for safe consumption.
- You can adjust the sweetness or saltiness of the glaze by modifying the amount of brown sugar or soy sauce.
- Serve with steamed vegetables or rice for a complete meal.
- Leftover salmon can be refrigerated and enjoyed cold or reheated gently to preserve moisture.
