Maple syrup and Dijon mustard go together well, and
this baked salmon is a perfect medium to show off the combination of rustic
sweet and winey sourness.
Plus, it’s so easy to make. The important thing is
not to overcook the salmon and allow it to become dry in the oven.
Ingredients
·
SALMON FILET, 1, skin removed
·
MAPLE SYRUP, 4 tablespoons
·
DIJON MUSTARD, 4 tablespoons
·
GREEN ONIONS, ¼ cup, chopped
thinly
·
ROSEMARY, ½ teaspoon
·
THYME, ½ teaspoon
·
SALT and PEPPER to taste
Directions
1. Preheat
oven to 375.
2. Cut
salmon into approximately 3x3-inch pieces.
3. Place
salmon on a baking sheet lined with foil or parchment paper. Season both sides with
salt and pepper.
4. In
a bowl, mix together the Dijon mustard, maple syrup, green onions, and herbs to
make a glaze.
5. Season
to taste.
6. Spoon
half of the sauce over salmon and place in oven.
7. Bake
for 10 minutes or until filets are just cooked through and flake easily.
8. Use
the remaining sauce to spoon over the cooked salmon.
