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Close up of Brown Sugar Glazed Salmon showing the bubbly, charred edges and glossy finish on a white plate.

Brown Sugar Glazed Salmon with Charred Edges and Asparagus

This Brown Sugar Glazed Salmon features a thick, glossy mahogany glaze with charred edges. A 25-minute restaurant-quality dinner served with tender steamed asparagus, toasted sesame seeds, and fresh green scallions.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 385
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1.5 lbs Salmon Fillet Center-cut, rectangular
  • 1 bunch Asparagus Trimmed
  • 1/2 cup Dark Brown Sugar 100g
  • 2 tbsp Soy Sauce 30ml
  • 1 tsp Dijon Mustard 5ml
  • 1 tsp Garlic 5g, minced
  • 1 tsp Ginger 5g, minced
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil 15ml, for asparagus
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Seeds Toasted white
  • 2 stalks Green Scallions Sliced

Equipment

  • 1 Baking Sheet Large enough for salmon and asparagus
  • 1 Parchment Paper For easy cleanup

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Pat the salmon fillet dry with paper towels and place on the baking sheet.
Glazing and Baking
  1. Whisk brown sugar, soy sauce, Dijon, garlic, and ginger into a thick paste.
  2. Spread the glaze thickly over the salmon. Arrange asparagus around the fish and drizzle with oil.
  3. Bake for 12-15 minutes. Broil for the final 2 minutes until the edges are bubbly and charred.
Finishing
  1. Top the glossy mahogany salmon with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green scallions. Serve with the steamed asparagus.

Notes

Ensure salmon is patted completely dry for the glaze to stick.
Watch the broiler closely to prevent the sugar from burning beyond the edges.