Maple-Mustard Glazed Sheet Pan Salmon

  • Prep time:

    3 minutes

  • Cook time:

    10-12 minutes

  • Makes:

    4 servings

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Maple-Mustard Glazed Sheet Pan Salmon

Maple-Mustard Glazed Sheet Pan Salmon

In this ultimate “Great Canadian” sheet pan recipe, an ultra-quick glaze of East Coast maple syrup, a classic Prairies ingredient – mustard! – and a touch of smoky barbecue sauce makes the perfect lacquered finishing touch for Canadian salmon fillets. This quick-prep recipe cooks in mere minutes, whether you prepare it in the oven or try our air fryer variation.

  • Prep time:

    3 minutes

  • Cook time:

    10-12 minutes

  • Makes:

    4 servings

Ingredients

  • 4 (150 g) skinless Canadian salmon fillet portions
  • Pinch each salt and pepper
  • 2 tbsp (30 mL) dark maple syrup
  • 2 tbsp (30 mL) grainy Dijon mustard
  • 2 tbsp (30 mL) barbecue sauce

Arrange salmon fillets on lightly greased, foil-lined baking sheet. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.

In a small bowl, stir together maple syrup, mustard and barbecue sauce until combined. Brush salmon with half of the glaze.

Bake in preheated 400°F (200°C) oven, brushing with remaining glaze halfway through cooking, until fish flakes easily when tested with a fork; about 10 minutes. Broil on high heat 2 to 3 inches (5 – 8 cm) from burner until browned; about 1 minute.

Tip: Serve with roasted or air-fried Brussels sprouts or broccoli and aromatic jasmine or basmati rice.

Tip: Dark maple syrup is richer in flavour, but any maple syrup or your favourite local honey will work for this delicious glaze.

Tip: Baking the salmon on foil makes clean-up a snap, especially if the glaze caramelizes on the baking sheet.

Tip: For a hit of colour and freshness, sprinkle finished salmon with finely chopped chives, parsley or green onion, if desired.

Variation: Air Fryer Maple-Mustard Glazed Salmon

Arrange salmon fillets in basket of air fryer. Proceed with recipe as directed, reducing cooking time to 8 to 10 minutes and skipping the broiling step.