Sitka Salmon Recipes
A simple yet elegant dish featuring wild-caught Sitka salmon fillets glazed in a sweet-savory maple-soy mixture, perfect for weeknight meals or dinner parties. This recipe enhances the natural richness of Alaskan salmon with minimal effort and maximum flavor.
Equipment
- 1 Oven-safe skillet For stove-to-oven transfer
- 1 Mixing bowl For glaze preparation
- 1 Whisk To blend glaze ingredients smoothly
- 1 tongs or spatula For flipping salmon gently
- 1 Thermometer Optional, for precision cooking
Ingredients
- 4 fillets Sitka salmon 6 oz each skin-on
- 3 tbsp Maple syrup Or substitute honey
- 2 tbsp Low-sodium soy sauce Use coconut aminos for gluten-free
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard Adds subtle tang
- 2 cloves Garlic Minced or 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Fresh ginger Grated or ¼ tsp ground ginger
- 2 tbsp Olive oil Or avocado oil
- Black pepper To taste
- 1 whole Lemon Cut into wedges
- Fresh herbs Dill parsley, or chives for garnish
Instructions
- Bring salmon to room temp: Let salmon rest for 10 minutes; pat dry.
- Mix glaze: Combine maple syrup, soy sauce, Dijon, garlic, and ginger.
- Marinate: Pour ⅔ glaze over salmon in shallow dish. Let sit 10 minutes.
- Sear: Heat olive oil in skillet. Sear salmon skin-side down, 3–4 minutes.
- Bake: Transfer skillet to 400°F oven. Bake 5–7 minutes, basting once.
- Garnish and serve: Serve with lemon wedges and fresh herbs.