Monday nights, we typically have some type of fish for dinner. Why? I’m not entirely sure, but it has become an unplanned weekly occurrence, and I am here for it! Salmon is a fan favorite in our household, and I’ve found that it’s extremely versatile. I was feeling something bright and fresh, slightly sweet. I had a handful of large oranges on hand and thought that would satisfy this flavor profile I had in mind. And let me tell you…was I ever right! It’s got the salty, sweet, citrus, and heat! Paired with a hearty grain such as brown rice, and a fresh vegetable (my favorite is green beans), really rounds this meal out to be nutritious and delicious.
Soy & Citrus Glazed Salmon
Ingredients
Instructions
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Cooking Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375* F
- In a bowl, mix the soy sauce, orange juice, orange zest, garlic, and ginger.
- Place the salmon filets on a sheet pan with aluminum foil, pour the sauce mixture over, place an orange slice on each filet, and fold up the edges to form a packet so the sauce doesn’t leak out.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes until cooked through.
- Cook the brown rice according to package or cooking method of choice. I use the Ninja Foodi pressure cooker portion, so I simply follow those directions.
- Remove the pan from the oven and switch setting to broil. Unfold the aluminum foil packet so the salmon is uncovered and place under the broiler for about 5 minutes until the top is slightly caramelized.
- Meanwhile, using a non-stick skillet, heat the olive oil on medium heat. Add in the green beans, salt and pepper and sauté for about 6 minutes, covered. Stir every few minutes. I usually add in some minced garlic with the green beans for added taste, however this is personal preference.
- To plate, place the rice down and top it with a salmon filet, adding green beans on the side. Spoon over any extra sauce from the pan, as desired.
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Found this dish really easy to make. It tastes so good it seems like it would be more complicated than it is. The citrus flavor nicely enhances the salmon. As a bonus, it helps keep the salmon from becoming dry. This recipe will easily become a favorite.
Thank you for trying out my recipe! Citrus and salmon seem to be a wonderful pair together and I’m glad to hear that you agree!