Best 7 Bourbon Marinated Salmon Recipes

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Are you craving a succulent and flavorful salmon dish? Look no further than bourbon marinated salmon! This culinary masterpiece combines the robust flavor of bourbon with the delicate texture of salmon, creating a tantalizing taste experience that will leave your taste buds dancing. In this article, we will guide you through the steps of crafting the perfect bourbon marinated salmon, ensuring that every bite is an explosion of flavor. From selecting the right ingredients to marinating and cooking techniques, we've got you covered. So, gather your culinary tools, fire up the grill, and let's embark on a journey to create a dish that will impress your family and friends.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

BOURBON MARINATED SALMON



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Salmon in a bourbon glaze is a delicious way to enjoy this healthy fish.

Provided by Marjory Pilley

Categories     Main Course

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 8

20 ounces Salmon (boneless)
1/4 cup Brown Sugar (or Coconut Sugar)
1/2 cup Soy Sauce
1/2 cup Pineapple juice
2 teaspoons Bourbon
1/2 teaspoon Pepper
1/4 teaspoon Garlic Powder
1/4 cup Canola Oil (preferably expeller pressed)

Steps:

  • Add all of the ingredients, except for the salmon, to a container or plastic bag that seals.
  • Seal the bag and gently massage to combine ingredients or gently stir with a spoon.
  • Lift the salmon fillets into the bag with the marinade. Seal tightly, removing excess air, and gently turn to coat.
  • Allow the salmon to marinate about 30 minutes. Turn fish in bag as necessary to ensure that marinade is distributed evenly over fish.
  • Remove fish from bag and discard marinade.
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F and bake skin side down for approx. 10-15 minutes (10 minutes per inch of thickness.) Fish is done when flesh is opaque and separates easily with fork. Alternatively, grill salmon over medium-high heat.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 4 g, Calories 310 kcal, Carbohydrate 9 g, Protein 29 g, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 77 mg, Sodium 874 mg, Sugar 8 g

SALMON WITH BROWN SUGAR AND BOURBON GLAZE



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This is a simple and delicious way to serve salmon. It is very pretty and good served with brown rice and fresh asparagus.

Provided by DEBOKC

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Seafood Main Dish Recipes     Salmon     Salmon Steak Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 tablespoons butter
½ cup dark brown sugar
4 (6 ounce) salmon steaks
⅓ cup bourbon whiskey

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large heavy skillet over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar. Place salmon fillets on top of brown sugar mixture. Cook for 5 minutes on medium heat. Turn salmon, and pour bourbon around the fillets. Continue cooking for 5 minutes, or until fish flakes easily with a fork. Spoon glaze over the salmon, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 561.1 calories, Carbohydrate 27 g, Cholesterol 129.6 mg, Fat 29.7 g, Protein 33.6 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Sodium 188.8 mg, Sugar 26.7 g

BOURBON MARINATED SALMON



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This came from Southern Living. Salmon is the only fish I eat so I am always looking for different marinades/rubs or glazes for it to add variety to our life!

Provided by Little Suzy Homemak

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1/4 cup Bourbon
1/4 cup spicy brown mustard
1 teaspoon ground chipotle chile pepper
4 (6 ounce) salmon fillets
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Stir together the first 4 ingredients in a sahllow dish. Add salmon, gently turning to coat, and let stand for 10 minutes. Place salmon on a lightly greased aluminum foil-lined broiler pan, reserving marinade. Sprinkle evenly with salt and pepper. Pour marinade over salmon.
  • Broil 5 inches from heat for 8-10 minutes or until fish flakes with a fork.

BOURBON-GLAZED SALMON



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This bourbon-glazed salmon is ready in minutes and requires only a handful of ingredients. Pair it with a green salad and couscous to have the perfect meal. If you don't like the taste of bourbon, you can use cola or brewed coffee. -Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup packed dark brown sugar
2 tablespoons bourbon
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
4 salmon fillets (6 ounces each)

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine all ingredients but salmon. Bring to a boil. Cook and stir until sugar is dissolved, about 1 minute; set aside., Place salmon on oiled grill rack, skin side down. Grill, covered, over medium heat for 5 minutes. Brush with bourbon mixture. Grill until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork, 8-10 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 384 calories, Fat 21g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 101mg cholesterol, Sodium 725mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 29g protein.

BACON-WRAPPED BOURBON-MARINATED SALMON



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I serve this as a main dish, appetizer, or whatever you desire. Bacon and seafood lovers' delight. You can always tweak things to your family's taste.

Provided by Tammy

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork     Bacon     Appetizers

Time 4h35m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 7

½ cup steak seasoning sauce (such as Dale's Steak Seasoning®)
½ cup brown sugar, divided
2 tablespoons bourbon (such as Jim Beam®), or more to taste
3 scallions, chopped
1 (1 1/2-pound) salmon fillet, cut into 2-inch cubes
½ pound bacon strips, cut in half
15 toothpicks, or as needed

Steps:

  • Mix steak seasoning sauce, 6 tablespoons brown sugar, bourbon, and scallions together in a large bowl to make marinade.
  • Toss salmon cubes in marinade. Cover with plastic wrap and let sit in the refrigerator, 4 to 6 hours.
  • Wrap each salmon cube with bacon; use a toothpick to hold bacon in place. Sprinkle remaining 2 tablespoons brown sugar on top.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Grill bacon-wrapped salmon, turning frequently, until bacon begins to crisp, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 423 calories, Carbohydrate 26.9 g, Cholesterol 82.3 mg, Fat 19.1 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 30.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 1517.4 mg, Sugar 25.6 g

HONEY BOURBON SALMON



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This is a tasty grilled salmon that you will do again and again. Don't over cook the salmon or you'll end up with a dry meal! Nice for an intimate meal for two.

Provided by TishT

Categories     Healthy

Time 1h5m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb salmon
3/4 cup Bourbon
2 tablespoons honey
1/2 teaspoon ginger
1/2 cup brown sugar
2 teaspoons soy sauce
pepper
cooking spray

Steps:

  • Combine marinade ingredients and pour over salmon, soak for 1 hour.
  • Spray grill with cooking spray.
  • Grill salmon for 2 minutes on each side.

MAPLE BOURBON SALMON



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This maple bourbon salmon recipe is so easy, healthy and decadent. Great for a date night! You can add tomatoes to the topping if you'd like. -Diane Higgins, Tampa, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 salmon fillets (6 ounces each)
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup maple syrup
3 tablespoons bourbon
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
4 green onions, chopped
4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

  • Place salmon in a shallow dish. Combine brown sugar, maple syrup and bourbon; pour over salmon; let stand 15 minutes. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add salmon; cook until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork, 4-6 minutes on each side. Remove and keep warm. Add walnuts, green onions and bacon to skillet; heat through. Serve with salmon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 475 calories, Fat 30g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 237mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 33g protein.

Tips for Cooking Bourbon Marinated Salmon

  • Use fresh salmon fillets for the best results.
  • Choose a bourbon that you enjoy drinking.
  • Be sure to marinate the salmon for at least 30 minutes, or up to 24 hours.
  • Cook the salmon over medium heat to prevent it from drying out.
  • Serve the salmon immediately with your favorite sides.

Conclusion

Bourbon marinated salmon is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served for any occasion. With its smoky, slightly sweet flavor, it's sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a new way to cook salmon, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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