Brown Sugar Salmon (Delish Inspired) 

This easy brown sugar salmon is a flavorful, fuss-free recipe that comes together in under 20 minutes. With a caramelized glaze made from brown sugar, Dijon mustard, lime juice, and fish sauce, this dish balances sweet, salty, and tangy notes beautifully. A hint of warm spice from berbere or garam masala adds depth, while broiling gives the salmon a perfectly crisp and sticky finish. Ideal for busy weeknights or elegant dinners, this recipe delivers a restaurant-quality meal using pantry staples. Pair it with rice, veggies, or salad for a complete, satisfying dish.

Ingredients

• 4 (6-oz) skin-on salmon fillets
  
  

• Kosher salt, to taste
  
  

• 6 tbsp dark brown sugar
  
  

• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  
  

• 1 tbsp fish sauce
  
  

• 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
  
  

• ½ tsp berbere, baharat, or garam masala (optional)
  
  

• 1 tbsp neutral oil (for greasing)
  
  

Directions

1. Preheat the broiler on high and position rack in the upper third of the oven. Line a baking sheet with foil and lightly oil it.
   
   

2. Season salmon with salt and place skin-side down on the sheet.
   
   

3. In a bowl, whisk brown sugar, Dijon, fish sauce, lime juice, and spice mix. Reserve 2 tbsp of glaze for serving.
   
   

4. Brush salmon with half of the remaining glaze.
   
   

5. Broil for 5 minutes, remove, brush on the rest of the glaze, and broil for another 5–6 minutes until caramelized and cooked through.
   
   

6. Serve with the reserved glaze drizzled on top.
   
   

Nutrients (per serving)
Calories: ~442 kcal
Protein: ~34 g
Fat: ~26 g
Carbs: ~14 g (fiber ~0 g, sugar ~12 g)
Sodium: ~660 mg
Cholesterol: ~85 mg