Description

This Pan Fried Orange Salmon recipe delivers a perfect balance of savory and sweet flavors with a vibrant, citrusy orange sauce. Tender salmon fillets are pan-seared to a crispy finish and then glazed with a honey and soy-infused orange sauce, garnished with fresh parsley for a refreshing touch. Quick and easy to prepare, this dish is ideal for a healthy and flavorful weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

Scale

Salmon

4 pieces salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste

Orange Sauce

Zest of 1 large orange
1/2 cup fresh orange juice (about 2 large oranges)
2 tablespoons honey (adjust sweetness to taste)
1 tablespoon soy sauce

Garnish

1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

Season the salmon. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture, then season both sides generously with salt and black pepper to enhance the natural flavors.
Heat the skillet. Place a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil. Allow the oil to heat until shimmering but not smoking, to evenly cook the salmon.
Cook salmon skin side down. Add the salmon fillets to the skillet, skin side down if applicable. Cook for 4-5 minutes until the skin becomes crispy and the fillets easily release from the pan.
Flip and finish cooking. Carefully flip the salmon and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes depending on thickness, until the center is opaque and the salmon is cooked through.
Prepare the orange sauce. While the salmon cooks, whisk together the orange zest, fresh orange juice, honey, and soy sauce in a small bowl until combined.
Glaze the salmon. Pour the prepared orange sauce into the skillet with the cooked salmon. Let it simmer for 1-2 minutes, allowing the sauce to bubble and thicken slightly while spooning it over the fillets to glaze them.
Serve and garnish. Remove the salmon from heat, transfer to serving plates, drizzle with remaining sauce, and garnish generously with chopped fresh parsley for a burst of color and freshness.

Notes

Use fresh orange juice for the best, brightest flavor.
Adjust honey quantity based on sweetness preference.
For extra crispiness, dry the salmon skin thoroughly before cooking.
Can be served with steamed vegetables or rice for a complete meal.
Ensure not to overcook the salmon to keep it moist and tender.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Pan Frying
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (6 oz) with sauce
Calories: 350 kcal
Sugar: 8 g
Sodium: 450 mg
Fat: 18 g
Saturated Fat: 3 g
Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 12 g
Fiber: 1 g
Protein: 34 g
Cholesterol: 80 mg

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