Fire up the grill because this Spicy Maple Glazed Salmon is about to be your new favorite way to cook fish at home. The combination of smoky salmon, buttery richness, sweet maple, and just the right kick of heat makes it perfect for busy weeknights.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Easy to prepare with just a few pantry staples.
Bold flavors from sweet maple syrup balanced with spicy hot sauce.
Perfect for the grill—moist, flaky salmon cooked to perfection every time.

Ingredients for Spicy Maple Glazed Salmon

Salmon fillets
Butter
Out Grilling SPG or seasoning salt
Pure Maple syrup
Hot sauce

Step-By-Step Instructions for Grilled Salmon

Sheet pan with 2 salmon fillets seasoned with butter and season salt.

Prepare the Salmon

Place salmon fillets on a platter and top each with butter.
Season generously with Out Grilling SPG or your favorite seasoning salt.

Make the Glaze

In a small bowl, stir together maple syrup and hot sauce until well combined.

Brushing glaze on salmon fillets on a grill.

Grill the Salmon

Preheat your grill to 300°F.
Place the seasoned salmon fillets directly on the grill grates, skin side down if applicable.
Brush the salmon with the spicy maple glaze.

Keep Brushing & Cooking

Continue to brush with glaze every 5 minutes while cooking.
Cook until the internal temperature reaches 135°F, using a digital meat thermometer for accuracy.

Remove from the grill and rest for about 5 minutes before serving.

Maple glazed salmon fillet on a plate with rice and broccoli.

Serve with Grilled Vegetable Rice Pilaf and broccoli or a fresh garden salad for a family favorite dinner.

This Spicy Maple Glazed Salmon is a simple recipe that delivers big flavor with minimal effort. The sweet and spicy glaze caramelizes beautifully on the grill while the butter keeps the fish tender and juicy. Whether you’re cooking for family dinner or impressing guests, this salmon is guaranteed to be a hit.

Spicy maple glazed salmon fillet on a plate with rice and broccoli.

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Spicy Maple Glazed Salmon

Grilled Spicy Maple Glazed Salmon is a quick and easy dinner recipe with bold sweet and spicy flavors. Perfectly cooked on the grill for a delicious family meal.

Prep Time5

Cook Time25

Course: Fish & Seafood

Cuisine: American

Keyword: grilled salmon, maple glaze

Servings:

Calories: 332kcal

Ingredients

2 salmon fillets
¼ cup butter softened
2 tablespoons Out Grilling SPG Seasoning or favorite seasoning salt
½ cup pure maple syrup
2 tablespoons hot sauce we like Louisiana Hot Sauce

Instructions

Preheat your grill to 300°F.
Place salmon fillets on a platter and top each with butter.
Season generously with Out Grilling SPG or your favorite seasoning salt.
In a small bowl, stir together maple syrup and hot sauce until well combined.
Place the seasoned salmon fillets directly on the grill grates, skin side down if applicable.
Brush the salmon with the spicy maple glaze, close the grill and continue cooking.
Continue to brush with glaze every 5 minutes while cooking.
Cook until the internal temperature reaches 135°F, using a digital meat thermometer for accuracy.
Remove from the grill and rest for about 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Spice level: Add additional hot sauce, cayenne pepper or chili flakes for a spicier version.
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven, stove top or air fryer.