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Crispy Maple Glazed Salmon with Roasted Brussels Sprouts

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A quick and easy recipe featuring crispy salmon fillets glazed with sweet maple syrup, paired with caramelized roasted Brussels sprouts for a comforting and flavorful dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 4 skin-on salmon fillets (6 oz / 170 g each), fresh or thawed
  • 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin for roasting Brussels sprouts, regular for searing salmon)
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 lb (450 g) Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Trim ends and halve the Brussels sprouts. Toss them in a mixing bowl with 2 tablespoons olive oil, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper. Spread evenly on a baking sheet in a single layer.
  3. Roast Brussels sprouts for 20-25 minutes, turning halfway through, until edges are crisp and browned.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons maple syrup, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, and ½ teaspoon garlic powder (if using). Set aside.
  5. Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides lightly with salt and pepper.
  6. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. When oil shimmers, place salmon fillets skin-side down. Press gently with a spatula for 10 seconds to prevent curling.
  7. Cook salmon skin-side down for 4-5 minutes without moving to allow skin to crisp.
  8. Flip salmon carefully and brush the top with maple glaze. Cook an additional 2-3 minutes, brushing once more with glaze in the last minute, until salmon is opaque and flakes easily.
  9. Remove from heat and let salmon rest for a minute.
  10. Serve immediately with roasted Brussels sprouts and lemon wedges. Squeeze fresh lemon over the top before eating.

Notes

Dry the salmon skin thoroughly before searing to ensure crispiness. Avoid flipping the salmon too early to prevent sticking. Roast Brussels sprouts on a hot sheet pan without crowding to get caramelized edges. If maple syrup starts to burn, lower heat and add a splash of water to loosen the glaze. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 2 days; reheat salmon gently to maintain texture.

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