Description

This Bourbon Peach Roasted Salmon recipe combines succulent salmon fillets with a flavorful bourbon and peach marinade, roasted to perfection with fresh peach slices. The marinade brings a delightful balance of sweetness, tang, and savory notes, accentuated by garlic and fresh thyme, making it an elegant yet simple dish perfect for a sophisticated weeknight dinner or special occasion.

Ingredients

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Salmon and Marinade

4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
1/2 cup bourbon
1/4 cup peach preserves
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
2 cloves garlic, minced
Salt and pepper, to taste

Additional

1 large peach, pitted and sliced
Fresh thyme leaves, for garnish

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Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for roasting the salmon evenly.
Prepare Marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together the bourbon, peach preserves, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, olive oil, lemon juice, and minced garlic until fully blended to create the flavorful marinade.
Marinate Salmon: Place the salmon fillets in a shallow dish, pour the marinade over them, and ensure they are well-coated. Refrigerate and marinate for at least 30 minutes, turning the fillets once halfway through for even flavor absorption.
Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup. Place the marinated salmon fillets on it, skin side down.
Add Peach Slices: Arrange the sliced peach around and on top of the salmon fillets to infuse the dish with natural sweetness during roasting.
Add Marinade and Season: Pour any remaining marinade over the salmon and peaches, then season the fillets with salt and pepper to your taste.
Roast Salmon: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast the salmon for 15-20 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and has caramelized edges.
Rest: Remove the salmon from the oven and let it rest for a couple of minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle fresh thyme leaves over the salmon before serving to add a fragrant and fresh finishing touch.

Notes

Ensure not to overcook the salmon to maintain its moist and flaky texture.
Marinating the salmon for at least 30 minutes helps develop deeper flavors but can be extended to up to 2 hours for more intensity.
Use fresh peaches in season for the best flavor; canned or frozen may alter the dish’s texture and taste.
Adjust salt according to the saltiness of your soy sauce.
For a spicier kick, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes to the marinade.