Maple Glazed Salmon with Pecans (Print Version)

Oven-baked salmon fillets glazed with maple syrup and topped with crunchy toasted pecans for a delightful blend of flavors.

# What You Need:

→ Fish & Nuts

01 - 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each), skin-on or skinless
02 - 1/2 cup pecans, roughly chopped

→ Glaze

03 - 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
04 - 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
05 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce
06 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
07 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
08 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
09 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Garnish

10 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
11 - Lemon wedges

# How to Prepare:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease with oil.
02 - Position salmon fillets skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
03 - Whisk together maple syrup, Dijon mustard, soy sauce, lemon juice, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt in a small bowl until well combined.
04 - Spoon or brush the maple glaze generously over each salmon fillet, ensuring even coverage.
05 - Sprinkle chopped pecans evenly over the glazed salmon, pressing gently so they adhere to the surface.
06 - Bake for 15 to 18 minutes until salmon flakes easily with a fork and pecans are toasted but not burned.
07 - Remove from oven. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The maple glaze caramelizes slightly in the oven, creating these incredible little pockets of sweet-savory goodness that make each bite a revelation.
  • Its surprisingly quick to prepare but looks and tastes like something that took hours, perfect for those nights when you want to impress without the stress.
02 -
  • Overcooked salmon is a tragedy I learned about the hard way, so start checking for doneness at the 15-minute mark, as it continues cooking for a minute or two after removal from the oven.
  • Pre-toasting the pecans in a dry skillet before adding them to the salmon completely transforms their flavor, adding a deeper nuttiness that elevates the entire dish.
03 -
  • Let your salmon sit at room temperature for 15 minutes before baking to ensure more even cooking from the center to the edges.
  • Line your baking sheet with parchment rather than foil, as foil can sometimes react with the acidic ingredients in the glaze and affect the flavor.

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