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Bourbon Glazed Salmon and Shrimp

Flaky salmon and tender shrimp coated in a rich sweet-savory bourbon glaze for an elegant yet easy seafood dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 510
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Salmon and Shrimp
  • 4 salmon fillets about 6 oz each
  • 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
Bourbon Glaze
  • 0.5 cup bourbon
  • 0.33 cup brown sugar packed
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 0.25 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp water

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Tongs

Method
 

  1. Season salmon and shrimp with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. Sear salmon in olive oil until golden and nearly cooked through; remove.
  3. Cook shrimp for about 1 minute per side; remove.
  4. Cook garlic briefly, then add bourbon.
  5. Stir in brown sugar, honey, soy sauce, butter, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce.
  6. Simmer several minutes until reduced.
  7. Add cornstarch slurry and cook until glaze thickens.
  8. Return salmon and shrimp to skillet and coat with glaze.
  9. Garnish with parsley, green onions, sesame seeds, and lemon before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 510kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 41gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 220mgSodium: 820mgSugar: 18gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 12mg

Notes

Serve with garlic butter rice, roasted asparagus, or mashed potatoes. The glaze can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 2 days.

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