Cherry Maple Glazed Salmon

Good food is part of everyday life at Verve Senior Living. This recipe is proof.

Chef Gary Hartley of Granville Gardens Retirement Residence created this Cherry Maple Glazed Salmon as part of our Living Loving Local program – a culinary initiative that celebrates fresh, seasonal ingredients.

INGREDIENTS

Base:

• 6 oz Alaska salmon filets
• olive oil
• salt
• white pepper

Maple Cherry Sauce

• 1/3 cup maple syrup
• 1/4 cup water
• 1/2 cup cherries
• 2 tsp brown sugar
• 1 tsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp lemon juice

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Pit the fresh cherries, or if frozen, thaw and mince.
   Set aside.
2. In a small saucepan mix the sauce ingredients and bring
   to a boil. Lower the heat and simmer, uncovered, for
   10 minutes.
3. Rub Alaska salmon filets on both sides with olive oil
   and salt and pepper.
4. In a hot grill pan add the Alaska salmon and cook on both
   sides for 2-3 minutes depending on thickness. Baste each
   side with the maple cherry sauce to glaze after turning.
5. Serve over steamed rice and the remaining maple on top.