Spicy Salmon with Warm Maple Glaze

Elevate your weeknight meals with this irresistible Spicy Salmon with Warm Maple Glaze recipe—a perfect balance of smoky, spicy, and sweet flavors. Tender, oven-baked salmon fillets are seasoned with a bold blend of paprika, garlic, and cayenne pepper, then topped with a luxuriously warm glaze made from rich maple syrup, butter, soy sauce, and a hint of lemon. Quick and easy to make in just 25 minutes, this dish combines gourmet flavors with simplicity, making it ideal for both busy weeknights and special occasions. Garnished with fresh parsley for a burst of color, this salmon pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables, fluffy rice, or a crisp side salad. Perfect for fans of spicy-sweet recipes, this dish is sure to impress your taste buds and dinner guests alike!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces (6 oz each) salmon fillets
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup maple syrup
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons (chopped, for garnish) fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix together the paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and brush both sides lightly with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Rub the spice mix evenly over the top of each fillet.

Step 4

Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, sear the salmon fillets skin-side down for 2 minutes until the edges begin to crisp.

Step 5

Carefully transfer the skillet to the preheated oven (or place the fillets on the prepared baking sheet if not using an oven-safe skillet) and bake for 8-10 minutes until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.

Step 6

While the salmon is baking, prepare the warm maple glaze. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the maple syrup, butter, soy sauce, red pepper flakes, and lemon juice.

Step 7

Stir the glaze constantly for 2-3 minutes until the butter is fully melted and the sauce is slightly thickened. Remove from heat.

Step 8

Remove the salmon from the oven and transfer it to serving plates. Spoon the warm maple glaze generously over each fillet.

Step 9

Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately with your favorite side dishes, such as roasted vegetables or rice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(846.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1952.4

Total Fat 128.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 28.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 338.0mg	0%
Sodium 2461.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 60.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.7g	0%
Total Sugars 54.2g
Protein 144.7g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 40.5mg	0%
Iron 5.8mg	0%
Potassium 267.1mg	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: 58.4%

Protein: 29.3%

Carbs: 12.3%