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Orange Glazed Salmon

Succulent Orange Glazed Salmon Ready in Under 30 Minutes

This quick and easy Orange Glazed Salmon is healthy, gluten-free, and packed with vibrant flavors for a gourmet experience.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 filets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Glaze
  • 1/2 cup Orange Juice Freshly squeezed for best flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Can substitute with maple syrup for vegan option
  • 2 tablespoons Tamari Gluten-free soy sauce alternative
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 teaspoon Thyme Fresh preferred
  • 1 tablespoon Arrowroot Powder For thickening
  • 2 tablespoons Water To create slurry
For the Salmon
  • 2 filets Salmon Filets Alaskan Sockeye or Coho recommended
  • 2 tablespoons Avocado Oil For searing
Seasoning
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • cast iron pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pat the salmon filets dry with paper towels, and season with salt and pepper.
  2. In a cast iron pan, heat 2 tablespoons of avocado oil over medium-high heat. Sear salmon filets skin side down for 3-4 minutes.
  3. Flip the salmon and cook for another 3-4 minutes until just opaque in the center. Remove and cover with foil.
  4. Mix 1 tablespoon of arrowroot powder with 2 tablespoons of cold water to make a slurry.
  5. Sauté 2 minced garlic cloves in the same pan for 30 seconds.
  6. Add 1/2 cup of orange juice, 2 tablespoons of honey, 2 tablespoons of tamari, and 1 teaspoon of thyme to the pan. Whisk in the arrowroot slurry.
  7. Cook the mixture for 1-2 minutes until it thickens and becomes glossy.
  8. Return the salmon to the pan and spoon the glaze over it. Simmer for an additional minute.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filetCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat gently to maintain texture.

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