Seeds Free Coconut Maple Glazed Salmon
Sweet, sticky, and deeply savory, this glazed salmon hits every note you want from a weeknight dinner that still feels a little special. The glaze comes together in minutes using pure maple syrup, coconut aminos, fresh ginger, apple cider vinegar, and a warm hit of turmeric — every ingredient is naturally free of seeds and seed-derived additives, so there's no label-scanning required. Coconut aminos does a lot of heavy lifting here, bringing that umami depth you'd expect from soy sauce without any of the usual concerns around sesame or other seed-based condiments that sneak into so many Asian-inspired recipes. The technique is simple but smart: a quick stovetop sear locks in a golden crust before the oven finishes the job, and brushing the glaze on in layers means every bite is lacquered and caramelized rather than just coated. Coconut oil keeps the cook clean and adds a subtle richness that plays beautifully against the bright acidity of the apple cider vinegar. A scatter of scallions and fresh cilantro at the end lifts the whole dish with color and freshness. Whether you're cooking for a crowd or just yourself, this is the kind of recipe that looks far more impressive than the effort it actually takes.
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4 servings
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each), skin-on
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
For the glaze
- 3 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
For serving
- 2 scallions, thinly sliced (optional)
- 1 tbsp fresh cilantro, roughly chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C). Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels, then season all over with the fine sea salt and the 1/4 tsp turmeric.
- 2
Combine the maple syrup, coconut aminos, grated ginger, apple cider vinegar, and the remaining 1/4 tsp turmeric in a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the glaze thickens slightly and coats the back of a spoon, about 3–4 minutes. Watch closely near the end, as the maple syrup can scorch quickly. Remove from heat and set aside. Reserve 2 tablespoons of the glaze in a separate small bowl for serving.
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