Irish Roasted Salmon

Salmon fillets marinated in Irish whiskey and honey have a glazed look as well as a superb taste and texture. Irish whiskey has a slightly peppery taste. A delicious combination! From Food and Drink. Prep time includes marinating time.

• Ready In: 1 hr 12 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 2  tablespoons honey
• 1⁄4 cup cider vinegar
• 1⁄4 cup  Irish whiskey
• 2  teaspoons  chopped fresh thyme
• 1 1⁄2 teaspoons  grated lemon zest
• 2  tablespoons  vegetable oil
•  salt & freshly ground black pepper
• 4 (6 ounce)  salmon fillets

Directions

1. Mix together honey, vinegar, whiskey, thyme, lemon zest, oil, salt and pepper. Pour over salmon and marinate 1 hour on the counter, or 4 hours refrigerated.
2. Preheat oven to 450°F.
3. Remove salmon from marinade and place on a rack over a roasting pan.
4. Grill or Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, basting once with the marinade or until golden and white juices are just beginning to appear.