Spicy Maple Glazed Salmon
The perfect weeknight dinner! This Spicy Maple Glazed Salmon is sprinkled with a homemade rub then brushed with maple syrup and popped under the broiler until it’s a sweet and spicy masterpiece!
Servings: 3 -4 servings
Ingredients
- ¼ - ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ½ teaspoon EACH: onion powder AND garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
- 3-4 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 ¼ pounds salmon cut into 3-4 pieces
Instructions
- PREP: Position a rack in the upper third of the oven and preheat the oven too 450ºF. Line a baking sheet with foil and spray with cooking spray (or brush with a little oil) and set aside. In a small bowl, combine the cayenne, onion powder, paprika, salt, and garlic powder.
- SALMON: Place the salmon on the prepared baking sheet, brush with melted butter, and sprinkle with the prepared seasoning. Bake the salmon for 8-10 minutes depending on the thickness of the salmon. Generally, you need to bake it about 4-5 minutes for every 1/2 inch of thickness. Remove from the oven, brush with the maple syrup and place back in the oven. Switch to the broiler setting and broil for 30 seconds to 1 minute or until bubbly and brown. Serve immediately with the salad.
Notes
- if you want this to be less spicy, use 1/4 teaspoon cayenne or even a mild chili powder instead.
