Mandarin Orange Glazed Salmon
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
309 kcal
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Cuisine
Asian
Mandarin Orange Glazed Salmon
Description
This recipe starts by seasoning salmon with kosher salt. Optionally, the skin can be crisped by searing it skin-side down in a hot skillet before baking. The glaze, consisting of fresh orange juice and zest, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, sriracha, soy sauce, and rice vinegar, is heated until the sugar melts and the sauce thickens slightly. This glaze is applied multiple times during broiling so it forms a glossy, sticky coating on the fish.
The broiler cooks the salmon until it flakes easily, and the repeated glazing builds layers of flavor with a combination of sweetness, mild heat from sriracha, brightness from citrus, and umami from soy sauce. Fresh cilantro can be added as a garnish to complement the dish.
This salmon pairs well with steamed vegetables or rice and makes for a balanced main course rich in flavor without being heavy. The glaze’s caramelized sugars provide a pleasant texture contrast to the moist fish.
Brown sugar is key for the glaze’s thickness, but honey or molasses can be used for variation though they produce a thinner glaze. For gluten-free or paleo diets, soy sauce substitutes and sweetener swaps are suggested. Adjust seasoning and cook times to ensure the salmon flakes without drying out.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs. salmon
- kosher salt
- mandarin orange or 1 large naval orange, zest and juice of 2
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger minced, fresh
- 1/2 tablespoon sriracha hot sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1/2 tablespoon rice vinegar
- cilantro for garnish (optional, fresh
Instructions
- Season both sides of the salmon with kosher salt.
- OPTIONAL: for crispy salmon skin, sear skin-side down in a hot skillet with olive oil for 2-3 minutes, until browned and crispy, before proceeding.
- Place salmon skin-side down on a rimmed baking sheet. Arrange top oven rack close to the broiler.
- Mix all remaining ingredients (besides cilantro) in a small pot. Heat on stove top, whisking constantly, until sugar has melted and sauce is slightly thickened (about 3-4 minutes).
- Brush some of the glaze on the top of the salmon.
- Broil salmon for 8-10 minutes, removing to brush more glaze on top every two minutes, until it flakes easily with a fork and glaze has developed a thick layer on top.
- Serve garnished with fresh cilantro.
Notes
- Brown sugar caramelizes to create a thick, sticky glaze; honey or molasses can substitute but yield a thinner glaze.
- Use gluten-free soy sauce or liquid aminos for gluten-free or grain-free versions.
- For paleo compliance, substitute honey for brown sugar and liquid aminos for soy sauce.
- Nutrition info excludes added sodium from seasoning and optional ingredients; calculate as needed.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 309 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 309kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 16g | 5% |
| Protein | 35g | 70% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 94mg | 31% |
| Sodium | 625mg | 26% |
| Potassium | 902mg | 19% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 15g | 30% |
| Vitamin A | 99IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 9mg | 10% |
| Calcium | 32mg | 3% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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