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Maple Bourbon BBQ Salmon

Delicious Maple Bourbon BBQ Salmon That Will Wow Your Guests

This Maple Bourbon BBQ Salmon recipe combines sweet and smoky flavors for a delightful dish that's gluten-free and packed with omega-3s.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 275
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon trout or halibut can be used as alternatives
For the Marinade
  • 1/2 cup Pure maple syrup honey can be used as a substitute
  • 1/4 cup Bourbon whiskey can be swapped
  • 1/4 cup Low-sodium soy sauce use tamari for gluten-free option
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) fresh garlic is best
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper
For Garnishing
  • 2 tablespoons Green onions (chopped) optional garnish

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Oven
  • Medium bowl
  • Zip-Top Bag
  • Baking sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Maple Bourbon BBQ Salmon
  1. Preheat your grill or oven to medium-high heat (about 375°F) or 400°F for baking.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the pure maple syrup, bourbon, low-sodium soy sauce, minced garlic, and black pepper. Set aside half of the marinade.
  3. Place salmon fillets in a zip-top bag and pour half of the marinade over the fish. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  4. For grilling, place the marinated salmon skin-side down on the grill and brush with reserved marinade; cook for 5-6 minutes per side.
  5. For baking, line a baking sheet with parchment paper, place marinated salmon skin-side down, brush with reserved marinade, and bake for 12-15 minutes.
  6. Once the salmon is cooked, drizzle any remaining marinade over the top.
  7. Garnish with chopped green onions; serve alongside grilled vegetables, rice, or a garden salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 275kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 24gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 500mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Ensure the salmon is marinated for a full 30 minutes for optimal flavor absorption. Monitor closely while cooking to avoid dryness. Use fresh garlic for best results and consider adding cayenne pepper for heat if desired.

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