Maple and Ginger Lacquered Salmon

INGREDIENTS

1/3 cup (75 ml) maple syrup

• 1/3 cup (75 ml) water
• 1 tablespoon (15 ml) fresh ginger, grated
• 1 clove garlic, finely chopped
• 1/4 teaspoon (1 ml) Cayenne pepper
• 1 fillet 454 g salmon
• Salt

PREPARATION

1. With the rack in the highest position (about 10 cm (4-inch) off the heating element) and preheat the broiler.
2. In a saucepan, bring all ingredients, except for the salmon and salt, to a boil. Reduce by half. Set aside.
3. Place salmon on a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil. Brush the fish with the maple mixture. Lightly season with salt. Bake for about 8 minutes, depending on thickness of salmon. Brush lightly with the maple mixture a few times during cooking.
4. Right out of the oven, brush with the remaining mixture. Serve with rice and Green Beans with Lemon Butter.