This Bourbon Peach Roasted Salmon recipe features tender salmon fillets marinated in a sweet and tangy bourbon peach sauce, seared to perfection, then finished in the oven with fresh peach slices for a deliciously flavorful main course.
Total Time:35 minutes
Yield:4 servings
Ingredients
Marinade
¾ cup peach preserves (240 g)
¼ cup bourbon (56 g)
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
2 teaspoons Dijon coarse ground mustard
2 teaspoons garlic, minced
1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
Salmon and Garnish
4 salmon filets, about 1½ pounds, skins on
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
2 medium peaches, pitted, thinly sliced
Parsley, for garnish
Instructions
Make the Marinade: In a medium bowl, combine peach preserves, bourbon, olive oil, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic, kosher salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir well to blend all ingredients. Set aside half of the mixture (about ¾ cup) and refrigerate it for later use.
Marinate the Salmon: Place the salmon fillets in a resealable plastic bag and pour in the remaining half of the marinade. Seal the bag and massage gently to coat the salmon evenly. Refrigerate the salmon for at least 30 minutes, up to 1 hour, to absorb the flavors.
Preheat the Oven: When ready to cook, preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius).
Sear the Salmon: Heat 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil in a medium, oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully place the marinated salmon fillets into the skillet, skin side up. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the tops are seared and golden brown.
Cook with Peaches: Flip the salmon fillets skin side down. Add the thinly sliced peaches to the skillet around the salmon. Cook for another 2 to 3 minutes to soften the peaches and crisp the salmon skin slightly.
Add Reserved Marinade: Remove the skillet from heat. Pour the reserved peach marinade evenly over the salmon and peaches in the skillet.
Bake the Salmon: Place the skillet in the preheated oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, checking at 12 minutes. Bake until the salmon is fully cooked and reaches an internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit.
Serve: Carefully remove the skillet from the oven and plate the salmon with roasted peaches. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free soy sauce or tamari.
If bourbon is unavailable or preferred not to use, substitute with apple juice or white grape juice for sweetness.
Be careful not to overcook the salmon; baking time may vary depending on thickness.
Use fresh peaches for the best flavor; canned or frozen peaches will alter the texture.
Use an oven-safe skillet like cast iron to easily transfer from stovetop to oven.
