Description
This delightful recipe for Salmon in Orange Sauce features tender salmon fillets cooked to perfection and glazed with a flavorful orange-infused sauce. The dish is a harmonious blend of sweet and savory flavors, making it a standout main course that is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon:
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Orange Sauce:
- 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp orange zest
- 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water
- Chopped green onions or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Season the Salmon: Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper.
- Cook Salmon: Heat olive oil in a skillet and cook salmon until done.
- Prepare Orange Sauce: In the same skillet, combine orange juice, honey, soy sauce, orange zest, ginger, and garlic. Thicken with cornstarch slurry.
- Finish Dish: Return salmon to the skillet, coat with sauce, and warm through. Garnish with green onions or parsley.
Notes
- Use freshly squeezed orange juice for the best flavor.
- This dish pairs well with rice, quinoa, or steamed vegetables.
- You can substitute maple syrup for honey if preferred.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet with sauce
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
