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Garlic Brown Sugar Glazed Salmon is tender and flaky salmon covered in the most amazing garlic brown sugar soy glaze. The flavor is out of this world, and it will become a new family favorite!
We love salmon in our home and love that it is a simple and satisfying meal. Be sure to also try Cilantro Lime Butter Salmon, these yummy Sheet Pan Garlic Lime Salmon Fajitas, or these Butter Garlic Herb Salmon Foil Packets for more oven-cooked salmon recipes!
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“This is the best salmon recipe Iโve found to date! I am a relatively novice cook and this salmon is so easy but SO GOOD that I make it about once a week!”
Garlic Brown Sugar Glazed Salmon
This may not be well known, but I used to hate salmon! But I have been converted, and now I can’t get enough. Salmon has turned into one of my all-time favorite foods, and not only is it delicious, but it’s good for you too! Win-win. There are quite a few salmon recipes that you have to try.
This garlic brown sugar salmon recipe soared to the number one spot of my favorite salmon recipes because it turns out perfectly every time. The sweet glazed made from brown sugar, garlic, soy sauce, lemon juice, and some salt and pepper is so delicious and perfectly complements the fish. The salmon flakes off with your fork, making every bite melt in your mouth. Even my kids love this recipe!
Ingredients in Garlic Glazed Salmon
This delicious garlic brown sugar glazed salmon has the perfect mixture of sweet and savory. I mean, how can you go wrong with brown butter and garlic?? To find all of the exact ingredients, check out the recipe card at the bottom of the post.
- Atlantic Salmon: I used Atlantic salmon in this recipe, but you can use another kind if you prefer.
- Olive Oil: This is what the salmon will cook up in, making it nice and flaky.
- Brown Sugar: This creates a caramelized glaze and adds a sweetness to the flavor.
- Soy Sauce: The soy sauce adds a tangy taste.
- Garlic Cloves: The minced garlic adds a flavor and smell that makes this salmon irresistible!
- Lemon: I use the juice of one lemon. Fresh is always best!
- Salt and Pepper: The seasonings enhance all of the flavors in the recipe.
- Lemon Slices and Chopped Parsley: I use these as a garnish to the salmon.
How to Make Garlic Brown Sugar Glazed Salmon
Not only does this salmon taste heavenly, but it’s so easy to make. You can be eating it in less than 30 minutes!
- Prep: Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Lay the salmon on top and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Fold up the sides of the aluminum foil around the salmon.
- Make Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, brown sugar, soy sauce, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Pour the glaze over the salmon. Top the salmon with aluminum foil and seal.
- Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes or until salmon is cooked throughout. Take the foil off of the top and baste the salmon with the sauce in the foil. Broil for 3-5 minutes or until brown and caramelized. Garnish with lemon slices and chopped parsley if desired.
How to Tell When Salmon is Fully Cooked?
You can tell when your garlic brown sugar glazed salmon is fully cooked when the fat intensifies and runs out. Cook the salmon further only to get the desired degree of doneness. When flakes separate easily, but the meat is translucent, it’s rare but edible.
Storing Leftovers
This Garlic Brown Sugar Glazed Salmon can last for up to 3-4 days when stored properly in an airtight container in the refrigerator. When you are ready to eat your leftovers, cooking them up in the air fryer is my favorite way! Reheat them in an air fryer at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 4-5 minutes. It keeps the texture perfectly flaky every time.
Sides to Serve with Salmon
The best part about eating salmon for a meal is that is goes with just about everything! Here are a few ideas on what you can serve on the side that will complement this salmon perfectly.
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Garlic Brown Sugar Glazed Salmon
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Atlantic salmon
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- juice of one lemon
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- garnish with sliced lemons and chopped parsley if desired
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Lay the salmon on top and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Fold up the sides of the aluminum foil around the salmon.
- In a small bowl whisk together the olive oil, brown sugar, soy sauce, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Pour the glaze over the salmon. Top the salmon with aluminum foil and seal.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until salmon is cooked throughout. Take the foil off of the top and baste the salmon with the sauce in the foil. Broil for 3-5 minutes or until brown and caramelized. Garnish with lemon slices and chopped parsley if desired.
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Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Is this recipe best with the skin on or removed from the salmon? Haven’t tried it yet but intend to give it a try, most likely with the skin removed.
Hi Bob, thank you for your comment. Yes this recipe is with the skin removed. Let me know how it turns out!
This is so goodโฃ๏ธ I had another salmon recipe I loved where I just sprinkled it with a lot of seasoning but this just practically melts in your mouth! Thank you this is now my go to salmon recipe! I love all your recipes โค๏ธ
Can I do it in an air fryer
This was so good! Made it for Easter Dinner tonight. We normally cook our salmon on the Blackstone but it comes out dry so I was looking for a recipe to bake it and so glad I found this recipe. I did end up having to bake it for 35 mins though since I bought thick cuts
This was really good salmon recipe ! The flavors were great and we really enjoyed it.
You could substitute hone for the sugar if preferred.
I made this and followed recipe. Absolutely delicious. My family loved it. My new got to for salmon.
So good!! Super fast and easy. I used EU Salmon from Ireland.
I have got to try this! I’ve been making something similar but on the stovetop, and I’m tired of the cleanup. LOL Would I use the same temp and cooking time if I’m using the pre-wrapped/frozen filets that you get at the grocery store?
The temp and cooking time would stay the same if your salmon was thawed, but if you’re baking the filets straight from the freezer I would bump up the cooking time to 25-30 minutes.
This recipe made me a salmon lover after years of not being one. In fact, I crave this delicious recipe often and my seafood loving husband is thrilled at getting one of his favorite foods frequently.
I’m glad you love it! Thanks for giving it a try!
So good and the ingredients were all on hand. I baked for 20 minutes, the salmon cook the rest of the way through when I broiled it. The salmon was soooooo tender. Will definitely make again!!!!
Easy and tastes very good. The salmon was super tender and though mine didn’t really caramalise, I put that down to my broiler not being that great. .
Any thought on how much to modify the bake time if I had to make this with the individually wrapped filets you buy frozen from the store (thawed first, of course)? I love a nice large piece of salmon as much as the next person, but sometimes those filets are all that is in the budget.
We definitely like rarer salmon so I am afraid of over cooking them….
Thank you!
I just used the frozen ones and I recommend baking 18 min and 4 min broil. Otherwise, itโll be too dry!
This is the best salmon recipe Iโve found to date! I am a relatively novice cook and this salmon is so easy but SO GOOD that I make it about once a week!
Thank you for this recipe. It’s my go to when I have company for dinner because it’s foolproof. I have no confidence in my cooking skills but this recipe makes me look like a pro. I relish the compliments!
This was a great salmon recipe. Will definitely make again and again.
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