Maple Chile Glazed Salmon

Diane's Recipes

Serves 4

High heat roasting works well with salmonsince it has a high oil content and therefore won't let the fish dry out.

Recommended Wine: Salmon is rich and oily and requires a fairly substantial wine to balance it. A rich, barrel-fermented Chardonnay is indicated here.

Glaze
2 medium shallots, finely chopped
1/4 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup maple syrup
2 tablespoons water
1teaspoon chili pepper

2 pounds salmon fillets, or 4½-pound pieces
parsley leaves, for the garnish

1.    In a small saucepan combine the glaze ingredients on medium-high heat and boil until reduced to a glaze, about 5 minutes.

2.    Preheat the oven to 500F.

3.    Baste the salmon liberally with the sauce on both sides. Arrange the fillets in a baking dish, skin side down, allowing some space between each fillet.  Roast for about 12 minutes, or until just cooked, depending on thickness of the fillets.  Serve immediately.

Advance Preparation:  The glaze may be prepared 8 hours in advance, covered  and kept at room temperature. Reheat the glaze before basting the salmon.

Keywords: salmon

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