Easy Maple Glazed Salmon

This Easy Maple Glazed Salmon recipe is the perfect main dish for salmon lovers! Juicy salmon fillets caramelized in an easy maple glaze, on the table in under 20 minutes!

 

Estimated reading time: 7 minutes

If you’re looking for an easy, elegant dinner that feels special but takes almost no effort, this Maple Glazed Salmon is it! The combination of real maple syrup, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger gives it a rich, balanced flavour that is both savoury and slightly sweet. It cooks quickly in one pan, and the glaze caramelizes beautifully in the oven, coating the salmon in a glossy finish. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights when you want something fast, but it’s also impressive enough for guests if you’re hosting a dinner party. Serve it with rice, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad for a wholesome, restaurant-quality meal made right in your own kitchen in minutes!

Maple Glazed Salmon is a simple, flavourful dish made by searing salmon fillets and finishing them in the oven with a maple syrup glaze. The glaze is a blend of maple syrup, soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger that thickens slightly as it cooks and clings to the salmon. The result is tender, flaky fish with a golden, caramelized coating that has the perfect balance of salty, sweet, and savoury flavours. It is one of those easy recipes that looks and tastes impressive but only takes a few simple ingredients to make.

This recipe is a family favourite because it checks every single box for flavour, simplicity AND versatility. Here’s just some of the reasons we love it!

1. It’s quick to make. From start to finish, dinner is ready in less than 20 minutes.
2. It’s healthy and balanced. Salmon is full of protein and omega-3 fats, and the glaze adds just enough sweetness without being heavy.
3. It’s made with pantry staples. You only need a few simple ingredients that you likely already have on hand.
4. It’s perfect for any occasion. Simple enough for a weeknight, but polished enough to serve to guests.
5. It’s a one-pan recipe. Sear, glaze, and bake all in the same pan, which means fewer dishes to wash.
6. It’s naturally flavourful. The maple, garlic, and ginger combination gives a deep, complex taste without needing extra sauces or sides.

With just a few simple tips and tricks you can make this easy maple glazed salmon to absolute perfection!

Pure maple syrup gives a richer, more natural sweetness than pancake syrup or blends.

This helps the salmon fillets brown evenly and form a light crust in the pan.

Cook just until it flakes easily with a fork. Overcooking can make the fish dry.

A hot pan helps the salmon brown and keeps it from sticking.

Mixing them first ensures even flavour and prevents the garlic or ginger from burning in the oven.

Once the glaze is added, transfer the pan to the oven so the sauce thickens and coats the salmon evenly. Cooking the salmon in the oven cooks it more slowly than in the pan on the stovetop and ensures it cooks evenly throughout.

Drizzling a little extra glaze from the pan over the top of the salmon before serving adds extra flavour and shine.

Our favourite way to cook salmon is in my tried and true Cast Iron Pan! It provides the perfect sear and caramelization on the outside of the salmon and it holds the heat evenly, reducing the maple glaze as the salmon cooks.

Here are the other basic kitchen items you’ll need to make this easy maple glazed salmon (paid links):

• large flipper or turner
• liquid measuring cups
• measuring spoons
• Prep Bowls
• Garlic Press
• Microplane Zester
• Instant Read Thermometer

This Easy One Pan Maple Glazed Salmon is perfected by a simple Maple Glaze that’s made with just a few basic ingredients. Here’s everything you’ll need to make it (paid links):

• 1 tablespoon olive oil or vegetable oil
• 6 medium boneless skinless salmon fillets 3-4 ounces each
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1/3 cup maple syrup
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 2 cloves garlic finely minced
• 2 teaspoons fresh ginger finely grated
• a dash of Sriracha optional
• fresh chives and sesame seeds for garnish optional

We hope you love this Easy One Pan Maple Glazed Salmon as much as we do! Let me know in the comments below, what’s your favourite way to enjoy salmon? We’d love to know!

Watch the video below to see exactly how I make this easy recipe. You can find more delicious recipe videos on my YouTube channel.