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Savory Brown Sugar Soy Sauce Salmon Recipe Perfect Crispy Skin On

  • Author: Kevin
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x

Description

A quick and flavorful salmon recipe featuring a sweet and salty brown sugar soy sauce glaze with perfectly crispy skin. Ideal for weeknight dinners or meal prep.

Ingredients

Scale
  • Salmon fillets, skin-on, about 6 ounces (170 grams) each
  • 2 tablespoons (25 grams) brown sugar (light or dark)
  • 3 tablespoons (45 ml) soy sauce (preferably low sodium)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
  • 1 teaspoon (5 ml) sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) vegetable or canola oil
  • Green onions, thinly sliced (optional, for garnish)
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Lemon wedges (optional, for serving)

Instructions

  1. Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. Season both sides lightly with black pepper.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together brown sugar, soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, and sesame oil until smooth. Set aside.
  3. Heat a nonstick or cast iron skillet over medium-high heat and add vegetable or canola oil. Heat until shimmering but not smoking, about 2 minutes.
  4. Place salmon fillets skin-side down in the hot pan. Press gently with a spatula to ensure even contact. Cook undisturbed for 5-6 minutes until skin is crispy and edges turn opaque.
  5. Carefully flip the salmon fillets and cook the flesh side for 2-3 minutes until just cooked through and salmon feels firm but moist.
  6. Pour the brown sugar soy sauce glaze over the salmon in the pan. Spoon some sauce over the top and simmer for 1-2 minutes to thicken slightly, adjusting heat to avoid burning.
  7. Remove salmon from pan and plate skin side up to keep skin crispy. Spoon remaining glaze over the top. Garnish with sliced green onions and a squeeze of lemon if desired.

Notes

Pat salmon dry before cooking for crispy skin. Use a hot pan and do not move salmon until it naturally releases to avoid tearing skin. Add glaze near the end to prevent burning sugars. For thicker fillets, finish cooking in a 375°F (190°C) oven for 3-4 minutes after searing. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 2 days and reheat gently in a skillet to maintain crispiness.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (6 o
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5
  • Sodium: 600
  • Fat: 18
  • Saturated Fat: 3
  • Carbohydrates: 6
  • Protein: 25

Keywords: salmon, brown sugar, soy sauce, crispy skin, quick dinner, healthy, seafood, glaze, weeknight meal

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