Baked Salmon with Maple Glaze (Print View)
Oven-baked salmon fillet with sweet maple syrup glaze and crunchy toasted pecans. A delightful blend of flavors in just 28 minutes.
# What You'll Need:
→ Fish & Nuts
01 - 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each), skin-on or skinless
02 - 1/2 cup pecans, roughly chopped
→ Glaze
03 - 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
04 - 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
05 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce (gluten-free if needed)
06 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
07 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
08 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
09 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
→ Garnish
10 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
11 - Lemon wedges
# Step-by-Step Directions:
01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease with oil.
02 - Arrange the salmon fillets skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, Dijon mustard, soy sauce, lemon juice, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt until well combined.
04 - Spoon or brush the maple glaze generously over each salmon fillet, ensuring even coverage.
05 - Sprinkle the chopped pecans evenly over the glazed salmon, gently pressing them to adhere to the surface.
06 - Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and the pecans are toasted but not burned.
07 - Remove from the oven and garnish with chopped parsley. Serve with lemon wedges on the side.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- The maple glaze creates this gorgeous lacquered finish that makes you feel like a professional chef with barely any effort.
- The contrast between the flaky, tender salmon and the crunchy pecan topping creates a texture experience that keeps you coming back for another bite.
02 -
- Salmon continues cooking for a few minutes after you take it out of the oven, so remove it when it reaches about 135°F internal temperature to prevent overcooking.
- Pre-toasting the pecans in a dry skillet before adding them to the salmon amplifies their flavor and ensures they dont get soggy from the glaze.
03 -
- Let your salmon sit at room temperature for 15 minutes before cooking to ensure it bakes evenly from edge to center.
- If youre using skin-on salmon, dont remove the skin before baking as it helps hold the delicate flesh together and adds richness to the finished dish.