Easy Brown Sugar Salmon Recipe

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free while liquid aminos are often less salty.

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, soy sauce, minced garlic, and grated ginger until combined.

Place salmon fillets skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet.

Brush the brown sugar mixture generously over the salmon fillets.

Sprinkle black pepper on top to taste.

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.

Remove from the oven and let rest for a few minutes.

Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

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