Mean Chef's Grilled Salmon with Red Currant Glaze

Elevate your grilling game with Mean Chef's Grilled Salmon with Red Currant Glaze—a perfect blend of smoky, sweet, and tangy flavors. This recipe features tender, flaky salmon fillets brushed with an irresistible glaze made from red currant jelly, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic. The glaze caramelizes beautifully on the grill, adding a glossy finish and rich layers of flavor. Quick to prepare and cook, this dish is ready in under 30 minutes, making it ideal for both weeknight dinners and special occasions. Serve with a squeeze of fresh lemon and an optional garnish of thyme for a restaurant-quality presentation. Whether you're hosting a summer barbecue or looking for an easy yet impressive seafood recipe, this grilled salmon will undoubtedly be the star of the meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces salmon fillets (skin-on, if preferred)
• 0.5 cups red currant jelly
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper (freshly ground)
• 1 sprig fresh thyme (optional, for garnish)
• 4 pieces lemon wedges (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your grill to medium heat, ensuring the grates are clean and lightly oiled to prevent sticking.

Step 2

In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the red currant jelly, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic. Simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the mixture becomes slightly thickened. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 3

Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Rub them with olive oil and season with salt and black pepper on both sides.

Step 4

Place the salmon fillets on the grill, skin-side down if applicable. Grill for 4-6 minutes before carefully flipping them over with a spatula. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, or until the salmon is just cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.

Step 5

During the final 1-2 minutes of grilling, brush the top of each salmon fillet generously with the red currant glaze, letting it caramelize slightly but not burn.

Step 6

Remove the salmon from the grill and transfer to a serving platter. Garnish with fresh thyme if desired.

Step 7

Serve immediately with additional glaze on the side and lemon wedges for squeezing over the top.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(670.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1445.9

Total Fat 81.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 252mg	0%
Sodium 2720.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 90.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.1g	0%
Total Sugars 65.2g
Protein 92.1g	0%

Vitamin D 2104IU	0%
Calcium 95.3mg	0%
Iron 3.4mg	0%
Potassium 1849.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.1%

Protein: 25.2%

Carbs: 24.7%