Description
A flavorful and easy oven baked salmon recipe that will impress your family and guests with its vibrant flavors and tender texture.
Ingredients
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- Fresh salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons fresh minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Cayenne pepper to taste (optional)
- Lemon juice for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a small bowl, mix melted butter with minced garlic until well combined.
- Brush the garlic butter mixture over the salmon fillets, ensuring they are well coated.
- In another bowl, combine brown sugar, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Sprinkle the brown sugar spice mix evenly over the salmon fillets.
- Place the salmon on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Serve hot with fresh lemon juice on top.
Notes
For best results, use high-quality fresh salmon. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 60mg