Bourbon Glazed Salmon

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  0.5 cup 1/2 cup bourbon
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  2 tbsp Maple syrup
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  2 tbsp Brown sugar
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  1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce

  Lea & Perrins is the standard. A little goes a long way.

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  1 tbsp Soy Sauce, Low Sodium
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  1 Garlic(3g)
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  0.5 tsp Vinegar, Apple Cider
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  2 lbs Salmon
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  0.8 tsp 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
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  0.5 tsp 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
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  Chopped green onions (optional for serving)

Instructions

1. 1Combine the maple syrup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, fresh garlic, and apple cider vinegar in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then simmer for 3–5 minutes, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and reduces by about half. Stir in the bourbon and cook for 1–2 minutes more until the alcohol aroma dissipates. Remove from heat and let cool while you prepare the salmon.
2. 2Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper, then aluminum foil. Remove the salmon from the refrigerator and let sit at room temperature for 10 minutes.
3. 3Place the salmon skin-side down on the foil. Season evenly with the kosher salt and ground black pepper, then brush the cooled glaze over the top and sides of the fish until well coated.
4. 4Fold the aluminum foil up and around the salmon to create a sealed packet, leaving some room inside for air circulation.
5. 5Bake on the center rack at 375°F for 15–18 minutes, until the salmon is almost cooked through at the thickest part and flakes slightly when tested with a fork (internal temperature should reach 145°F).
6. 6Carefully open the foil packet away from you to release steam. Switch the oven to broil and move the salmon to the upper third rack. Broil for 3–4 minutes until the salmon is fully cooked through and the glaze begins to caramelize and turns glossy.
7. 7Remove from the oven and let rest in the foil for 2–3 minutes. Divide the salmon evenly among 4 airtight containers while hot, including any pan juices. Top with chopped green onions if desired.
8. 8Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat gently in a 300°F oven for 5–7 minutes or in the microwave at 50% power for 2–3 minutes until warmed through.