easy Orange Glazed Salmon
Orange Glazed Salmon is a quick pan-seared seafood dinner with a sweet citrus glaze.
Ingredients
- Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 pound salmon fillets
- Salt
- Black pepper
- ½ cup fresh orange juice
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon water
- Orange slices (optional for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Season the salmon fillets with salt and black pepper.
- Place the salmon into the skillet skin-side up. Cook for 3–5 minutes until beautifully golden.
- Flip and cook another 3–4 minutes, or until the thickest part reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
- Transfer the salmon to a plate and loosely cover with foil.
- Reduce the heat to medium.
- Whisk together the orange juice, honey, soy sauce, garlic, and the cornstarch mixed with water if using.
- Pour the sauce into the skillet and cook for 30–60 seconds until slightly thickened.
- Return the Orange Glazed Salmon to the skillet and spoon the glaze over each fillet.
- Garnish with fresh orange slices and serve immediately.
Notes
- Butter can be replaced with olive oil.
- Tamari works well as a gluten-free substitute for soy sauce.
- Pair with steamed broccoli, asparagus, rice, quinoa, or roasted potatoes.
- Fresh orange zest adds even more citrus flavor.