Orange Glazed Salmon Recipe
This Orange Glazed Salmon recipe is a delightful combination of sweet and savory flavors that will elevate your weeknight dinner to a gourmet experience. The succulent salmon fillets are seared to perfection and then coated in a luscious orange glaze that is both tangy and sweet.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Pan Fry
- Cuisine: Gluten Free, Seafood
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Salmon:
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 pound salmon fillets
- Salt
- Pepper
Orange Glaze:
- 1/2 cup orange juice (fresh squeezed from approximately 1 orange)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch, whisked with 1 teaspoon water (optional for a thicker glaze)
Instructions
- Heat the skillet: Heat butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear the salmon: Season salmon fillets with salt and pepper. Place them in the skillet, skin side up. Cook for 3-5 minutes until golden brown. Flip and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 145°F.
- Make the glaze: In the same skillet, combine orange juice, honey, soy sauce, garlic, and cornstarch slurry if using. Cook until hot and slightly thickened.
- Coat salmon: Return salmon to the pan, coat with the glaze, and add orange slices if desired.
Notes
- For a thicker glaze, use the cornstarch slurry. Omit for a thinner sauce.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator and consume within 2-3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 242 kcal
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 554mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0.1g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0.2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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