This is going to give you Orange Chicken vibes, but it’s even better. Citrus Glazed Salmon is the dish you need to make to impress your family and friends without breaking a sweat! It’s basically crispy pan-seared salmon fillets glistening with a quick citrus glaze that’s sweet, spicy, and with a hint of tang. The glaze is so simple that it comes together in a measuring cup and simmers in the same skillet we cook the salmon in. The secret to the best citrus glazed salmon is a little bit of orange marmalade! It’s an ingredient I always use in my orange chicken recipe, and it works beautifully in this recipe too. I also add just a bit of toasted sesame oil for a smokey, rich flavor, and of course, we’re loading it up with all the garlic! This is a great transition meal for spring or summer and would be ideal served over quinoa, fluffy coconut rice, or alongside a batch of garlic noodles.
Ingredients for citrus glazed salmon
Salmon Filets: You’ll want to use about 4 (roughly 5-ounce) filets for this recipe. Ensure the filets are relatively the same size so they cook up in the same amount of time. Fatty fishes like salmon are a powerhouse of nutrition – high in omega-3 fatty acids, so it’s definitely something to include as part of a balanced diet. And how could you resist it when it’s served with a citrus glaze?Olive Oil: You’ll need a tablespoon of olive oil to sear and cook off the fish. You could also broil the salmon in the oven if you’d like. However, I like to develop color on the salmon in the pan because the leftover flavor bits in the pan (aka the fond) acts as a sauce starter!Salt and Pepper: We’ll season the salmon with these before searing it in the skillet.Garlic: I usually press the garlic as it releases the most flavor this way and saute it in the pan before we create the glaze.Orange Juice: I like to use freshly squeezed orange juice!Orange Marmalade: Use a good quality marmalade for this. This one is my favorite for this recipe.Rice Vinegar: A tablespoon of rice vinegar helps add a slight tang to the glaze.Soy Sauce: Gives the glaze umami, and it helps add the sodium we need.Honey: You can also use maple syrup or a bit of brown sugar; both make decent substitutes.Toasted Sesame Oil: Adds a smoky flavor to the glaze that isn’t noticeable but it adds to the overall flavor.Chili Garlic Sauce: I love using this chili garlic sauce for this recipe. If you don’t have any, you can also use a tsp or two of sriracha but the chili garlic sauce tastes best.Cornstarch: It helps thicken the glaze when we bring it to a boil.
How to make orange glazed salmon:
You might also like these salmon recipes:
Garlic Butter Baked SalmonFancy but Easy Salmon PiccataPineapple Salsa Salmon with Brown Sugar GlazeAir Fryer Salmon BitesThai Sweet Chili Salmon Bowls
Gluten Free: To make this recipe gluten-free, make sure to use GF tamari in place of the soy sauce and ensure the hot sauce is certified GF as well.
