Bourbon Peach Roasted Salmon
Bourbon Peach Roasted Salmon is a delightful fusion of sweet and savory flavors that will elevate any meal. This dish features tender salmon fillets glazed with a luscious homemade bourbon-peach sauce, creating an aromatic experience that tantalizes your taste buds. Perfect for summer barbecues or cozy family dinners, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also visually stunning, making it an instant favorite at the dinner table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 2 ripe peaches, chopped
- 1/4 cup bourbon
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together bourbon, brown sugar, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Place salmon fillets on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush with olive oil and pour half of the bourbon glaze over them.
- Scatter chopped peaches over the salmon and drizzle remaining glaze on top.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until salmon flakes easily with a fork.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Marinate the salmon in the bourbon peach mixture for at least 30 minutes for enhanced flavor. Substitute fresh peaches with canned or frozen if needed; consider adding herbs like rosemary or thyme for an extra flavor boost.