Bourbon Grilled Salmon Recipe

Name: Bourbon Grilled Salmon
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 tbsp butter; 1/4 cup brown sugar; 1 1/2 tsp bourbon; 1/2 tsp Mediterranean Sea Salt; 6 oz salmon filets; 1/2 tsp Mediterranean Sea salt; 2 tbsp fresh dill weed; 6 oz asparagus; 1/2 tsp sea salt; 1/2 tsp freshly cracked peppercorns; 1 tsp worcestershire sauce; 1 tsp soy sauce; 1 zest of 1 medium orange; 6 oz fresh baby spinach; 2 tbsp olive oil, extra virgin; 3 tsp minced garlic

Servings: persons

4 tbsp butter
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 1/2 tsp bourbon
1/2 tsp Mediterranean Sea Salt
6 oz salmon filets
1/2 tsp Mediterranean Sea salt
2 tbsp fresh dill weed
6 oz asparagus
1/2 tsp sea salt
1/2 tsp freshly cracked peppercorns
1 tsp worcestershire sauce
1 tsp soy sauce
1 zest of 1 medium orange
6 oz fresh baby spinach
2 tbsp olive oil, extra virgin
3 tsp minced garlic

1
Heat your grill for a high temp, laying out whiskey barrel wood chunks to infuse the fish with a nice smokey scent and flavor.
2
(I have a gas grill so I got a sheet of foil, laid the wood pieces in it, wrapped it up, then poked some holes in it to allow the smoke to escape.)
3
Lay out salmon on a sheet of aluminum foil and curl the edges to prevent liquids escaping.
4
Top with Mediterranean Sea salt and fresh dill.
5
Melt the butter in a small sauce pan over medium-low heat .
6
Add the brown sugar and the bourbon .
7
Stir until incorporated and pour on salmon.
8
Cut the bottom ends off the asparagus to remove any white bits and add to a sheet of aluminum foil curled as mentioned in step 2.
9
Add salt, pepper, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, and the orange zest to the asparagus; mix to combine.
10
Add the fish and asparagus to the grill and cover.
11
Add olive oil to a pan and heat over medium heat.
12
Once the oil is hot, add the spinach and garlic.
13
Toss until slightly wilted and remove frome heat.
14
Cook fish until an internal temp from the thickest part reads 145F and remove salmon and asparagus from heat.
15
Plate the spinach as a bed for the fish, then add the salmon to rest upon it.
16
Add asparagus as you see fit.
17
I recommend serving with a nice glass of bourbon.

345

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* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 tbsp butter, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1 1/2 tsp bourbon, 1/2 tsp Mediterranean Sea Salt, and more.

Yes, Bourbon Grilled Salmon 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 Grilled Salmon

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