Maple Glazed Salmon Flavorful and Simple Recipe

Ingredients

• 4 fillets salmon
• 0.25 cup pure maple syrup
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• to taste salt and pepper
• for garnish fresh chives or parsley

Instructions

1. In a small bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and grated ginger until well combined. This will be your marinade and glaze.
2. Place the salmon fillets in a shallow dish and pour half of the maple glaze over them, ensuring they are well coated. Let the salmon marinate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator for a deeper flavor).
3. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
4. In a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil and heat for 1 minute.
5. Remove the salmon from the marinade (discard the marinade) and season the fillets with salt and pepper on both sides. Place the salmon skin-side down in the skillet. Sear for about 2-3 minutes until the skin is crispy.
6. Carefully flip each fillet to sear the other side for an additional minute.
7. Drizzle the remaining maple glaze over the salmon fillets and transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
8. Remove from the oven and let the salmon rest for a minute.
9. Garnish with freshly chopped chives or parsley before serving.