Description

This Salmon Glaze recipe creates a deliciously sweet and savory sauce perfect for enhancing the flavor of your cooked salmon. Made from a blend of soy sauce, honey, Dijon mustard, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and optional sesame oil, the glaze is easy to prepare and adds a glossy finish with a balanced tangy sweetness and subtle warmth from the spices.

Ingredients

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Glaze Ingredients

1/4 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup honey (Adjust sweetness according to preference.)
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon sesame oil (Optional for extra flavor.)

Instructions

Combine Ingredients: In a small saucepan, mix together the soy sauce, honey, Dijon mustard, rice vinegar, minced garlic, freshly grated ginger, and black pepper. Add the sesame oil if using for added depth of flavor.
Heat the Glaze: Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently to prevent burning and ensure even heating.
Simmer and Thicken: Once the glaze starts bubbling, lower the heat slightly and continue to simmer for 3-5 minutes until the glaze thickens slightly and develops a rich consistency.
Cool the Glaze: Remove the saucepan from heat and let the glaze cool for a few minutes to thicken further before applying.
Apply to Salmon: Brush the glaze onto cooked salmon during the last few minutes of cooking or drizzle it over the fish when serving to add a shiny, flavorful finish.
Store Leftover Glaze: Transfer any remaining glaze to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to one week, making it convenient for future use.

Notes

The sweetness of the glaze can be adjusted by modifying the amount of honey.
For a spicier twist, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of sriracha.
If sesame oil is unavailable, you may omit it or substitute with a mild vegetable oil.
The glaze also works well with other seafood or grilled chicken.
Store the glaze in a sealed container and use within one week for best flavor and safety.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes
Category: Sauce/Glaze
Method: Simmering
Cuisine: Asian-inspired

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
Calories: 60
Sugar: 13g
Sodium: 650mg
Fat: 2g
Saturated Fat: 0.3g
Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 14g
Fiber: 0.1g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: salmon glaze, sweet soy glaze, honey mustard salmon sauce, Asian salmon glaze, easy salmon glaze, seafood glaze recipe