Description
Apricot scotch glazed salmon with charred citrus butter is a sophisticated yet easy dinner featuring juicy, flaky salmon brushed with a sweet, smoky glaze and finished with a bright, charred citrus-infused butter.
Ingredients
- Apricot Scotch Glaze:
- ¼ cup apricot preserves
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon scotch whisky (or bourbon)
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salmon:
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Olive oil for brushing
- Charred Citrus Butter:
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 orange or lemon, halved
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
- Make the glaze: In a small saucepan, combine apricot preserves, Dijon mustard, soy sauce, scotch, garlic, and red pepper flakes. Simmer over low heat for 3–5 minutes until slightly thickened. Let cool slightly.
- Prepare citrus butter: Heat a dry skillet over high heat. Place halved citrus cut-side down and sear for 2–3 minutes until charred. In a bowl, mix softened butter with juice from charred citrus, parsley, and sea salt. Chill until ready to use.
- Prepare the salmon: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place salmon on a foil-lined baking sheet. Brush with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Brush salmon generously with apricot glaze, reserving some for serving. Bake for 10–12 minutes, until salmon flakes easily and glaze is caramelized.
- Serve salmon hot with a spoonful of citrus butter and extra glaze if desired.
Notes
- Use bourbon instead of scotch for a sweeter glaze.
- Add herbs like thyme or rosemary to the glaze for depth.
- Grill instead of bake for added smokiness.
- Try peach or orange marmalade instead of apricot preserves.
- Store citrus butter in the fridge for up to a week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet with glaze and butter
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
