Description
Succulent Orange Glazed Salmon brings Mediterranean flavors to your dinner table with zesty citrus notes. Elegant seafood meets simple ingredients, promising a quick and delightful meal packed with tangy, sweet essence that elevates your culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound salmon fillets
Seasoning:
- Salt
- Pepper
Glaze Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon water (for cornstarch mixture)
Instructions
- Preheat a skillet over medium-high heat and add butter or olive oil until melted. The choice between butter and olive oil impacts the dish’s richness and health profile.
- Season salmon fillets with salt and pepper, then place skin-side up in the hot pan. Allow the fish to develop a golden crust without moving, approximately 3-5 minutes.
- Carefully flip the salmon and continue cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 145°F. Remove from pan and cover with foil to retain warmth.
- Reduce skillet heat to medium and whisk together orange juice, honey, soy sauce, garlic, and cornstarch directly in the pan. Capture the caramelized salmon remnants for enhanced flavor.
- Simmer the glaze for approximately one minute, allowing the sauce to thicken and develop a glossy consistency.
- Return salmon to the skillet, gently coating each fillet with the vibrant orange glaze. Ensure even coverage for maximum flavor absorption.
- Transfer glazed salmon to serving plates and garnish with fresh orange slices, chopped green onions, or parsley for a visually appealing and aromatic presentation.
Notes
- Elevate flavor by selecting fresh, high-quality salmon with vibrant color and firm texture for best results.
- Prevent sticking by ensuring skillet is properly heated and using non-stick pan or well-seasoned cast iron.
- Adjust cooking time based on salmon thickness, typically 4-5 minutes per side for medium doneness.
- Customize glaze sweetness by experimenting with different honey varieties or maple syrup as alternatives.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg