Whiskey and Sweet Tea Glazed Salmon Recipe

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup whiskey
• 1 black tea bag or 2 teaspoons loose black tea in a tea ball
• 1/4 cup packed dark brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup
• 1/2 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
• 1½ tablespoons fresh lemon juice (from 1 lemon)
• 2 teaspoons minced garlic
• 1/4 teaspoon sweet paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon canola oil
• 2 pounds fresh salmon fillets, preferably wild-caught
• 1½ teaspoons kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon no-salt Cajun seasoning
• 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)