Bourbon-Brown Sugar Salmon With Onion Sauce Recipe

Name: Bourbon-Brown Sugar Salmon With Onion Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (2 1/4-pound) salmon fillet; 3 cups thinly sliced onion; 1/2 cup packed brown sugar; 1/2 cup water; 1/2 cup bourbon; 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce; 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 6 tarragon sprigs; 4 thyme sprigs; 1/3 cup nutlike cereal nuggets (such as Grape-Nuts); 1/4 cup chopped pecans; Cooking spray; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar; 2 tablespoons honey; 1 1/2 teaspoons water

Servings: persons

1 (2 1/4-pound) salmon fillet
3 cups thinly sliced onion
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup bourbon
1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3/4 teaspoon salt
6 tarragon sprigs
4 thyme sprigs
1/3 cup nutlike cereal nuggets (such as Grape-Nuts)
1/4 cup chopped pecans
Cooking spray
3/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons honey
1 1/2 teaspoons water

1
Place salmon in a 13 x 9-inch baking dish. Combine onion and the next 8 ingredients (onion through thyme); pour over salmon. Cover and marinate in refrigerator 2 hours, turning occasionally.
2
Preheat oven to 350u00b0.
3
Place cereal and pecans in a baking pan. Bake at 350u00b0 for 7 minutes or until toasted. Place mixture in a food processor; pulse 4 times or until finely chopped.
4
Remove salmon from marinade; reserve marinade. Arrange the salmon diagonally on a broiler pan coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with 3/4 teaspoon salt. Combine 2 tablespoons of sugar, honey, and 1 1/2 teaspoons water, stirring with a whisk. Spread honey mixture over salmon; sprinkle with cereal mixture, gently pressing into salmon. Bake at 350u00b0 for 20 minutes or until fish flakes easily when tested with a fork.
5
While salmon bakes, place reserved marinade in a small saucepan. Discard tarragon and thyme. Bring marinade to a boil over medium-high heat; cook until reduced to 3/4 cup (about 10 minutes). Serve sauce with salmon.

430

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (2 1/4-pound) salmon fillet, 3 cups thinly sliced onion, 1/2 cup packed brown sugar, 1/2 cup water, and more.

Yes, Bourbon-Brown Sugar Salmon With Onion Sauce falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Bourbon-Brown Sugar Salmon With Onion Sauce

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