This Soy Glazed Salmon comes together in about 30 minutes and bakes effortlessly in the oven for a quick and easy weeknight dinner that your family will absolutely love!
So, are you ready to make a divine dinner? Let’s dive right in!
Ingredients Breakdown
For this unforgettable Soy Glazed Salmon, you’ll need:
- 1 1/2 lbs salmon fillet: Fresh salmon works best, but you can also use frozen; just ensure it’s thawed before cooking!
- Olive oil: Just a couple teaspoons for brushing; it gives a lovely richness.
- Salt and Pepper: Don’t skimp on this! A couple pinches of each make the flavors pop.
- 1/2 cup soy sauce: The star of the show! Use low-sodium if you’re watching your salt intake.
- 1/2 cup brown sugar: This caramelizes beautifully in the oven, giving your salmon that glorious glaze.
- 4 garlic cloves, minced: Because garlic makes everything better, right?
- 3 Tbsp lemon juice: Freshly squeezed is ideal, but you can use bottled in a pinch.
- 1/4 cup salted butter: If you can, use the real stuff, it adds tons of flavor!
- 1/2 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp ground black pepper: To round out the seasoning.
- Chopped green onions or fresh herbs (for garnish): Because pretty food tastes better, am I right?
- Rice, noodles, or veggies (for serving): These pair perfectly with the salmon and soak up that amazing sauce.
Ingredient Notes
- Salmon: You can use skin on or off, but the skin holds moisture in, pro tip for extra juicy salmon!
- Brown sugar: If you’re out, white sugar or coconut sugar can work too!
- Garlic: If you’re not a huge fan of garlic, you can reduce the amount, but honestly, it’s just too good to skip entirely.
- Serving Options: I usually love to serve this with steamed broccoli or fluffy jasmine rice, but honestly, whatever you have on hand works.
Step-by-Step Instructions:
So, here’s what we’re going to do to make this brilliant dish come to life.
Prep the Salmon: Remove the salmon from the fridge about 10-15 minutes before cooking it. Let it sit at room temperature while you preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). This is a little trick I learned that helps it cook more evenly!
Season Your Salmon: Place the salmon skin-side down in a baking dish. Brush it with a drizzle of olive oil, then sprinkle on a couple pinches of salt and pepper. Trust me; this is where it starts to get the flavor going!
Make the Glaze: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, lemon juice, butter, salt, and pepper. Stirring occasionally, heat this mixture until the sugar is dissolved and everything is melted and combined. The smell? Oh my goodness! Just amazing.
Pour & Bake: Now, carefully pour that luscious sauce over your salmon, making sure it’s coated beautifully. Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil. Pop it in the oven and bake for about 20 minutes. If your salmon is particularly thick, it may need a little longer, so keep an eye on it!
Broil for Finish: This is an optional step, but if you want that caramelized edge (and who doesn’t?), switch the oven to broil for about 2-3 minutes. Watch it closely; you don’t want to burn it!
Rest & Serve: Once it’s done, let your salmon rest for about 5 minutes. Serve your fabulous dish on a platter with any leftover sauce drizzled on top, and garnish it with your chopped green onions or fresh herbs.
And there you have it! The best part is that you can serve this Soy Glazed Salmon with rice, noodles, or whatever veggies you have on hand. I usually like to make it a meal prep item, serving it with those sides for the week.
If you loved this recipe, be sure to check out my Oven Baked Salmon, my Marry me salmon, or my Easy maple glazed salmon!
Why This Soy Glazed Salmon Works
Quick & Easy
This dish comes together in under 30 minutes! It’s the sort of meal that lets you enjoy cooking without spending hours in the kitchen.
One-Pan Wonder
It’s all done in one dish, which means minimal cleanup for you! Less time scrubbing means more time enjoying that delicious salmon with your loved ones.
Versatility Galore
A quick and easy dish that’s also customizable? Sign me up! You can use whatever you’ve got lying around, swap in different vegetables or even change the protein; it’s fantastic with chicken too!
Truly Delicious
The soy sauce and brown sugar combination creates a sweet, savory glaze that compliments the salmon beautifully. It’s loaded with flavor that you won’t soon forget.
Comfort Food
This is the kind of dish that warms you from the inside out. It’s cozy, comforting, and full of good vibes. The hungry crowd at home will gobble it up and ask for more!
How to Serve and Store This Soy Glazed Salmon
I love serving this gorgeous dish with some steamed jasmine rice, the rice soaks up all that delicious glaze perfectly! You could also pair it with noodles for a more filling meal, or serve it with a fresh garden salad for a nice crunch.
Storage
Leftovers? No problem! This salmon will keep well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You might want to put those leftover sauce bits in a separate container to keep the salmon from getting soggy.
Reheating Instructions
To reheat, simply place the salmon in the microwave for 30 seconds at a time until warmed through, or you can pop it back in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes until heated through.
Freezer Friendly?
Yes! You can freeze the cooked salmon for up to three months. Just be sure to wrap it tightly in plastic wrap, then aluminum foil, before freezing.
Food is all about bringing people together, and this recipe absolutely does that! Enjoy this Soy Glazed Salmon as a comforting meal with your family or impress guests with this easy dish that comes together in no time. Plus, the joy of hearing your loved ones rave about dinner is like nothing else!
Trust me, you won’t regret it, and maybe even keep an extra fillet in the freezer for that busy weeknight when you need something quick and amazing!
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Easy Soy Glazed Salmon
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Diet: Pescatarian
Description
This incredibly delicious Soy-Glazed Salmon comes together in about 30 minutes for a quick and easy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lbs salmon fillet
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 Tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 cup salted butter
- Chopped green onions or fresh herbs (for garnish)
- Rice, noodles, or veggies (for serving)
Instructions
- Remove the salmon from the fridge about 10-15 minutes before cooking it. Let it sit at room temperature while preheating the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Place the salmon skin-side down in a baking dish. Brush it with olive oil, then sprinkle on salt and pepper.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, lemon juice, butter, salt, and pepper. Heat until the sugar is dissolved and melted.
- Carefully pour the sauce over your salmon, cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil, and bake for about 20 minutes.
- If desired, broil for 2-3 minutes for a caramelized edge. Watch closely to prevent burning.
- Let the salmon rest for 5 minutes, then serve on a platter with sauce drizzled on top and garnished with green onions or herbs.
Notes
Serve with steamed broccoli or jasmine rice. This recipe is versatile – feel free to swap in different veggies or proteins!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg