Maple BBQ Salmon
Maple BBQ Salmon features tender fillets seasoned with a BBQ spice mix, then drizzled with sweet maple syrup for the perfect balance of smoky and sweet. As the salmon bakes or grills, the seasoning caramelizes into an irresistible glaze, creating incredible depth of flavor. The result is a beautifully cooked salmon dish that feels perfect for a weeknight dinner. This salmon is a guaranteed crowd‑pleaser.
Ingredients for Maple BBQ Salmon
- Salmon – the star of the dish. Select filets that are moist and pink.
- Spices – a blend of brown sugar, garlic powder, smoked paprika, cumin, salt and black pepper blend together to make a bold but not too spicy BBQ blend.
- Maple Syrup – a natural sweetener with warm, caramel-like notes and a hint of earthiness.
Maple BBQ Salmon
Ingredients
- 2 lbs salmon filets
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp ground black pepper
- ¼ tsp cumin
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
- Rinse salmon filets and pat dry with paper towels. Place on a baking sheet.
- In a small bowl, stir together brown sugar, garlic powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and cumin. Sprinkle over salmon filets, covering as much as possible. Drizzle each filet with maple syrup.
- Roast for 10-15 minutes, until the salmon just flakes with a fork.