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Texas Roadhouse-Style Baked Salmon

Texas Roadhouse-Style Baked Salmon

from christyrecipes.com
30 min
4 servings
385 kcal per serving

Buttery, caramelized baked salmon with garlic-herb glaze, perfect for restaurant-quality dinners at home.

Ingredients

  • salmon fillets

    6-8 oz each

    4
  • salt and black pepper
    to taste
  • unsalted butter

    melted

    ½ c
  • brown sugar
    3 tbsp
  • garlic

    minced

    3 cloves
  • lemon juice
    2 tbsp
  • worcestershire sauce
    1 tbsp
  • soy sauce
    1 tbsp
  • dried parsley
    1 tsp
  • black pepper
    ½ tsp
  • fresh parsley

    for garnish

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. 2

    Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper. Place on prepared baking sheet.

  3. 3

    Whisk together melted butter, brown sugar, garlic, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, dried parsley, and black pepper until smooth.

  4. 4

    Brush half of the butter sauce generously over the top of each salmon fillet.

  5. 5

    Bake for 10 minutes, then remove and baste with more butter sauce.

  6. 6

    Return to oven and bake another 8-12 minutes until salmon flakes easily and top is caramelized. Internal temperature should reach 145°F.

  7. 7

    Optional: Switch to broil for final 1-2 minutes for extra caramelization, watching carefully to prevent burning.

  8. 8

    Let rest 2-3 minutes, drizzle with remaining sauce, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve immediately.

About this Recipe

Bring Restaurant-Quality Home with Texas Roadhouse-Style Baked Salmon

Dreaming of that perfectly cooked, buttery garlic salmon you get at your favorite steakhouse? Look no further! This Texas Roadhouse-style baked salmon recipe brings that delicious experience right to your kitchen. Forget complicated techniques; this easy baked salmon dinner delivers incredible flavor with minimal effort, making it ideal for busy weeknights or special occasions.

What makes this recipe truly stand out is the exquisite glaze. A rich blend of melted butter, brown sugar, minced garlic, tangy lemon juice, Worcestershire, and soy sauce creates a sweet and savory masterpiece. As it bakes, this glaze caramelizes beautifully, giving the salmon a stunning golden crust and locking in moisture for a flaky, tender interior. It's truly a game-changer for anyone looking for a standout caramelized salmon recipe that rivals any copycat restaurant salmon dish.

Tips for Perfect Baked Salmon:

  • Choose Quality Fillets: Opt for fresh salmon fillets, ideally 6-8 oz each, with the skin on for extra flavor and to help keep the fish moist.
  • Don't Overcook: Salmon cooks quickly. Keep an eye on it to ensure it remains tender and juicy. It's done when it flakes easily with a fork.
  • Vary Your Herbs: While dried parsley works wonderfully, feel free to experiment with other dried herbs like dill or a touch of thyme in the glaze for a different twist.

Serve this magnificent butter garlic salmon with your favorite sides – think roasted vegetables, a simple salad, or creamy mashed potatoes – for a complete meal that will impress everyone at the table.

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