Hearty Maple Soy Salmon (Printable Version)

Salmon fillets glazed with maple syrup, soy, garlic, and ginger for a flavorful, easy main course.

# Ingredient List:

01 - 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)

02 - 1/4 cup pure maple syrup

03 - 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce

04 - 2 tbsp olive oil

05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

06 - 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated

07 - 1 tbsp rice vinegar

08 - 1/4 tsp black pepper

09 - 2 green onions, sliced

10 - 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

02 - Whisk together maple syrup, soy sauce, olive oil, garlic, ginger, rice vinegar, and black pepper in a small bowl.

03 - Place salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet. Brush generously with the maple soy marinade, reserving 2 tbsp for later.

04 - Bake salmon for 12–15 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.

05 - In the final 2 minutes of baking, brush the reserved marinade over the salmon and return to the oven.

06 - Remove from oven, garnish with green onions and sesame seeds if desired. Serve immediately.

01 -

Ready in 25 minutes flat, which means weeknight dinner without the stress.
That glossy, caramelized glaze tastes restaurant-quality but costs half the price.
Salmon gets tender and flaky while staying juicy, and the marinade does all the heavy lifting for flavor.

02 -

Don't skip brushing the pan or parchment—salmon sticks stubbornly to bare metal and ceramic.
If you have time, marinate the fish for 20 to 30 minutes before baking for deeper flavor that really makes the maple and soy settle into the fish.

03 -

Room-temperature salmon cooks more evenly than cold fish straight from the fridge—take it out 5 minutes before baking.
The skin-on fillets stay juicier and develop a slight crispness that skinless versions won't, though either works beautifully.