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Orange Glazed Salmon

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This easy orange glazed salmon recipe features flaky salmon fillets coated in a sweet, tangy citrus glaze made with fresh orange juice, honey, and garlic. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests with minimal effort.

Ingredients

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  • 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each, skinless or skin-on)
  • 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest (about 1 large orange)
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger (optional)
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • Green onion or chives, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.
  3. In a small saucepan, combine orange juice, orange zest, honey, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger (if using).
  4. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, whisking occasionally. Let it bubble for 4-5 minutes until slightly thickened and it coats the back of a spoon.
  5. If the glaze is too thin, simmer a minute longer; if too thick, add a teaspoon of water.
  6. Brush salmon lightly with olive oil. (Optional: Sear fillets skin-side down in a hot skillet for 2-3 minutes before baking for crisp edges.)
  7. Arrange salmon on the prepared baking sheet, skin-side down if using skin-on.
  8. Spoon half the orange glaze over the top of each fillet.
  9. Bake for 8-10 minutes, until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and is just opaque in the center.
  10. Remove from oven and brush remaining glaze over the salmon.
  11. Switch oven to broil. Broil salmon for 1-2 minutes to caramelize the glaze. Watch closely to prevent burning.
  12. Transfer salmon to plates, spoon any extra glaze over the top, and garnish with sliced green onion or chives if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

For best results, use fresh orange juice and zest. Don’t overcook the salmon—check for doneness a minute early if your oven runs hot. The broil step caramelizes the glaze for a sticky finish. For a gluten-free version, use tamari instead of soy sauce. Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick or swap honey for maple syrup if desired. Leftovers keep well and can be used in salads or wraps.

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