Description
Bourbon Peach Roasted Salmon is a tantalizing dish that marries the rich, smoky notes of bourbon with the natural sweetness of ripe peaches, all atop succulent salmon fillets. This recipe is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a family gathering or a cozy weeknight dinner. The unique marinade not only enhances the taste but also creates a beautiful glaze that caramelizes during cooking, adding depth and flavor to each bite. With minimal prep time and straightforward instructions, this dish is as simple to make as it is impressive to serve.
Ingredients
Scale
- ¾ cup peach preserves
- ¼ cup bourbon
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 teaspoons soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 teaspoons Dijon coarse ground mustard
- 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
- 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 4 salmon fillets (about 1½ pounds, skins on)
- 2 medium peaches, pitted and thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, mix peach preserves, bourbon, olive oil, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Marinate the salmon fillets in half of the mixture for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F.
- Sear the marinated salmon skin-side down in an oven-safe skillet for 2–3 minutes.
- Add sliced peaches and cook for another 2–3 minutes until softened.
- Pour reserved marinade over salmon and peaches.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes until salmon reaches an internal temperature of 145°F.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (approximately 6 oz or 170g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg