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Orange Glazed Salmon

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Orange Glazed Salmon is a vibrant and flavorful dish featuring tender salmon fillets coated in a sweet, tangy, and savory citrus glaze. Quick to make and elegant to serve, it’s perfect for both weeknight dinners and entertaining guests.

Ingredients

  • 4 salmon fillets (skin-on or skinless)
  • 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
  • 1 tsp orange zest
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated (optional)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 green onions, sliced (optional garnish)
  • 1 tsp sesame seeds (optional garnish)

Instructions

  1. In a small saucepan, combine orange juice, zest, soy sauce, honey, garlic, and ginger. Simmer over medium heat for 5–7 minutes until slightly thickened. Remove from heat.
  2. Pat salmon fillets dry and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Place salmon skin-side down and cook for 4–5 minutes until skin is crisp.
  4. Flip and cook 2–3 minutes more until nearly done.
  5. Pour glaze over salmon and simmer 1–2 minutes, spooning sauce over the fillets.
  6. Remove from heat, rest briefly, and garnish with green onions or sesame seeds. Serve with rice or vegetables.
  7. Alternate method: Place seasoned salmon on a baking sheet, brush with glaze, and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 12–15 minutes, glazing halfway through.

Notes

  • Fresh orange juice gives the glaze the best flavor, but bottled juice works too.
  • For more caramelization, broil salmon for the last 2–3 minutes.
  • Use tamari or coconut aminos for a gluten-free version.
  • The glaze should coat the back of a spoon; it thickens slightly as it cools.
  • Make the glaze ahead and refrigerate up to 3 days for quick weeknight prep.

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