Maple Glazed Salmon — Print Recipe

A quintessentially Canadian dish of fresh salmon fillets glazed with pure maple syrup, Dijon mustard, and garlic, roasted until caramelized and flaky.

Ingredients

4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
1/4 cup pure maple syrup
2 tbsp Dijon mustard
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp lemon juice
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh dill for garnish

Instructions

1 Whisk together the maple syrup, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, soy sauce, olive oil, lemon juice, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper in a small bowl to create the glaze.
2 Place the salmon fillets skin-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet and brush the tops and sides generously with half of the maple glaze.
3 Let the glazed salmon marinate at room temperature for 10 minutes while you preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) for optimal caramelization.
4 Roast the salmon for 12 to 15 minutes, brushing with the remaining glaze halfway through, until the fish flakes easily with a fork and the glaze is golden and caramelized.
5 Garnish with fresh dill sprigs and serve immediately with roasted vegetables and wild rice pilaf for a complete Canadian-inspired meal.

Did You Know?

Canada produces over 70% of the world's maple syrup, with Quebec alone responsible for about 90% of Canadian production, making maple-glazed dishes a true expression of Canadian terroir.